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Colombo Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-18 08:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

58AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Moderate

PM2.5 : 16 µg/m³

pm10 : 35 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

27 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-18 08:01 (Local Time)

Map

Colombo

Major Air Pollutants
Colombo

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

16µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

35µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

34ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

5ppb

Ozone(O₃)

29ppb

AQI Graph

Historical Air Quality Data
Colombo

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Colombo

AQI (US)

17-08-2026Time18-08-2026

Time	Colombo
8:01am	33
8:31am	29
9:01am	46
9:31am	42
10:01am	50
10:31am	33
11:01am	50
11:31am	56
12:01pm	54
12:31pm	33
1:01pm	38
1:31pm	38
2:01pm	38
2:31pm	33
3:01pm	38
3:31pm	38
4:01pm	38
4:31pm	38
5:01pm	42
5:31pm	38
6:01pm	50
6:31pm	60
7:01pm	54
7:31pm	56
8:01pm	52
8:31pm	42
9:01pm	42
9:31pm	42
10:01pm	54
10:31pm	52
11:01pm	60
11:31pm	50
12:01am	58
12:31am	56
1:01am	52
1:31am	52
2:01am	52
2:31am	50
3:01am	52
3:31am	54
4:01am	50
4:31am	50
5:01am	50
5:31am	46
6:01am	50
6:31am	54
7:01am	58
7:31am	65
8:01am	58

Min. AQI (US)8:31am

Max. AQI (US)7:31am

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Colombo's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Colombo US Embassy

Moderate

Sri Lanka's Metro Cities
Air Quality Index

Colombo

Kandy

Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte

temp.25°C

hum.88%

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Colombo

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Colombo

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

Colombo

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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Air Quality FAQs
at Colombo

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Colombo is 58 (Moderate). This was last updated 2026-08-18 08:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 29 (Good) at 8:31 AM, Aug 17, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 65 (Moderate) at 7:31 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Colombo have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 65 at 7:31 AM (Local Time), lowest 29 at 8:31 AM, Aug 17, 2026 (Local Time).

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

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