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Paarl Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-15 22:11:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

101AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Poor

PM2.5 : 36 µg/m³

pm10 : 54 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

11 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-15 22:11:01 (Local Time)

Rank113^th

Currently, Paarl ranks 113^th among the cities with the highest AQI levels in the world.

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Paarl

Major Air Pollutants
Paarl

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

36µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

54µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

823ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

4ppb

Ozone(O₃)

4ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Paarl

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Paarl

AQI (US)

14-08-2026Time15-08-2026

Time	Paarl
10:31pm	86
11:01pm	92
11:31pm	88
12:01am	77
12:31am	76
1:01am	77
1:31am	35
2:01am	35
2:31am	31
3:01am	35
3:31am	37
4:01am	36
4:31am	38
5:01am	50
5:31am	52
6:01am	50
6:31am	49
7:01am	50
7:31am	34
8:01am	34
8:31am	41
9:01am	60
9:31am	58
10:01am	53
10:31am	49
11:01am	66
11:31am	65
12:01pm	66
12:31pm	78
1:01pm	78
1:31pm	61
2:01pm	60
2:31pm	65
3:01pm	64
3:31pm	63
4:01pm	71
4:31pm	72
5:01pm	62
5:31pm	61
6:01pm	61
6:31pm	66
7:01pm	65
7:31pm	86
8:01pm	74
8:31pm	99
9:01pm	87
9:31pm	84
10:01pm	98

Min. AQI (US)2:31am

Max. AQI (US)8:31pm

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Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa

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Paarl's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Charleston Hill

Moderate

Stellenboch

Moderate

TC Newman Hospital

Poor

101

Wallacedene NAQI

Poor

106

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Brits

Durban

Johannesburg

Paarl

Polokwane

Pretoria

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Paarl

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Paarl

0Cigarettes per day

Weekly 0 Cigarettes

Monthly 0 Cigarettes

Breathe easy and get active! The air quality is perfect for enjoying outdoor activities.

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

Paarl

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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RankCityAQI Status

Standard Value

Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng

Poor

3xabove Standard

Paarl, Western Cape

Poor

2xabove Standard

Rustenburg, North West

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Brits, North West

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Cape Town, Western Cape

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Gqeberha, Eastern Cape

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Pretoria, Gauteng

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Springs, Gauteng

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Klerksdorp, North West

Moderate

1xabove Standard

10.

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Last Updated: 15 Aug 2026, 08:18 PM

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Paarl's AQI Data Analytics Solutions
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Air Quality FAQs
at Paarl

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Paarl is 101 (Poor). This was last updated 2026-08-15 22:11:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 31 (Good) at 2:31 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 99 (Moderate) at 8:31 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Paarl have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 99 at 8:31 PM (Local Time), lowest 31 at 2:31 AM (Local Time).

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

Current AQI (US) levels are unhealthy for Sensitive individuals, they should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.