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Knysna Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

Real-time PM2.5, PM10 air pollution level in Knysna

Last Updated: 2026-08-16 12:21:02 (Local Time)

Live AQI

63AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Moderate

PM2.5 : 18 µg/m³

pm10 : 36 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

22 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-16 12:21:02 (Local Time)

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Knysna

Major Air Pollutants
Knysna

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

18µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

36µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

699ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

3ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

1ppb

Ozone(O₃)

10ppb

AQI Graph

Historical Air Quality Data
Knysna

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Knysna

AQI (US)

15-08-2026Time16-08-2026

Time	Knysna
12:31pm	84
1:01pm	78
1:31pm	67
2:01pm	67
2:31pm	60
3:01pm	58
3:31pm	63
4:01pm	73
4:31pm	65
5:01pm	65
5:31pm	75
6:01pm	75
6:31pm	65
7:01pm	67
7:31pm	88
8:01pm	69
8:31pm	75
9:01pm	78
9:31pm	78
10:01pm	67
10:31pm	75
11:01pm	78
11:31pm	80
12:01am	88
12:31am	82
1:01am	84
1:31am	93
2:01am	86
2:31am	95
3:01am	95
3:31am	101
4:01am	101
4:31am	99
5:01am	101
5:31am	99
6:01am	109
6:31am	93
7:01am	80
7:31am	69
8:01am	71
8:31am	69
9:01am	69
9:31am	71
10:01am	69
10:31am	65
11:01am	65
11:31am	65
12:01pm	65

Min. AQI (US)3:01pm

109

Max. AQI (US)6:01am

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Knysna, Western Cape, South Africa

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Knysna's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

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Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Sugarbird

Moderate

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Knysna

2026

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Health Advice For People Living In
Knysna

1.1Cigarettes per day

Weekly 7.7 Cigarettes

Monthly 33 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.1 cigarettes a day.

Source:

Berkeley Earth

Disclaimer: This cigarette-equivalent estimate is based on the average PM2.5 concentration over the last 24 hours, assuming continuous exposure during that time.

Solutions for Current AQI (US)

Air PurifierTurn On

Car FilterMust

N95 MaskMust

Stay IndoorMust

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Knysna

Asthma

Heart Issues

Allergies

Sinus

Cold/Flu

Chronic (COPD)

Disclaimer: The above health risks are precautionary suggestions based on current AQI levels. You may not feel the effects immediately, but prolonged exposure to air pollution can contribute to these health conditions over time. AQI.IN is neither a medical expert nor a provider of medical advice. Please consult a doctor if you experience any of the above similar symptoms.

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Standard Value

Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng

Poor

3xabove Standard

Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Standerton, Mpumalanga

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Springs, Gauteng

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Vereeniging, Gauteng

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Klerksdorp, North West

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Alberton, Gauteng

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Brits, North West

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Moderate

1xabove Standard

10.

Centurion, Gauteng

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Last Updated: 16 Aug 2026, 10:28 AM

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Air Quality FAQs
at Knysna

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

1. What is the current AQI (US) level in Knysna?

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Knysna is 63 (Moderate). This was last updated 2026-08-16 12:21:02 (Local Time).

2. When was the best AQI (US) level in Knysna in the last 24 hours?

The best AQI (US) level was 58 (Moderate) at 3:01 PM, Aug 15, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

3. When was the worst AQI (US) level in Knysna in the last 24 hours?

The worst AQI (US) level was 109 (Poor) at 6:01 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

4. What is the current trend of AQI (US) levels in Knysna during last 24 hours?

The AQI (US) levels in Knysna have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 109 at 6:01 AM (Local Time), lowest 58 at 3:01 PM, Aug 15, 2026 (Local Time).

5. What actions are recommended as per the current AQI (US) level in Knysna?

Current AQI (US) levels are acceptable; however, some pollutants may be a concern for a small number of sensitive individuals.