Istanbul Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅) Level
Istanbul Province, Turkey
26µg/m³
Last Updated: 2026-08-09 22:01 (Local Time)
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What is the Current PM₂.₅ Level?
Istanbul
The current PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul based on the average air quality level across the city is 26 µg/m³, making it healthy and safe for everyone.
The current PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul is 1.7x Above the recommended WHO guideline of 15 µg/m³.
AQI Graph
Historic Air Quality Graph of Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅)
Istanbul
Turkey 2019 PM2.5 Death Toll
PM2.5 annual mean levels
26µg/m³
each person's annual mean exposure 5.2 times WHO's guideline.
51
Deaths per 100,000 people
attributable to fine particle pollution in 2019 (41,524 in total in the country).
Death percentage as per diseases
Type 2 Diabetes
tracheal, bronchus, and lung cancer
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
stroke
ischemic heart disease
lower respiratory infections
neonatal disorders
PM2.5 particles, with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less, are approximately 30 times smaller than a human hair, making them a significant yet often unseen threat to air quality.
Uncovering the Sources of Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅): Where Does It Come From?
Windblown Dust
Daily activities like construction or other practices
Home-related emission
Household activities, such as cooking and heating
Factories and industries' emission
Regular operations in factories and industries
Power plants generation
Emission from Routine energy production in power plants
Landfill fires
Fires in landfills, often caused by waste mismanagement
Transportation emission
Diesel operated Daily vehicles produces exhaust
Human-caused emissions
Common practices like open burning of waste or agricultural residuesShort-Term PM₂.₅ Exposure Impacts
Irritation in Eyes
Redness, itching, and discomfort in your eyes
Headaches
Frequent or intense headaches.
Fatigue
Feeling unusually tired or weak.
Aggravated asthma
Increased asthma attacks and symptoms.
Breathing problems
Coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.Health Advice Based on Current PM₂.₅ Level In
Istanbul
1.2Cigarettes per day
Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.3 cigarettes a day.
Source:
Berkeley Earth
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Air Quality FAQs
at Istanbul
Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality
1. What is the current PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul?
1. What is the current PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul?
The current real-time PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul is 26µg/m³ (Good). This was last updated 2026-08-09 22:01 (Local Time).
2. When was the best PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul in the last 24 hours?
2. When was the best PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul in the last 24 hours?
The best PM₂.₅ level was 24 µg/m³ (Good) at 2:31 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.
3. When was the worst PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul in the last 24 hours?
3. When was the worst PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul in the last 24 hours?
The worst PM₂.₅ level was 30 µg/m³ (Good) at 10:01 PM, Aug 8, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.
4. What is the current trend of PM₂.₅ levels in Istanbul during last 24 hours?
4. What is the current trend of PM₂.₅ levels in Istanbul during last 24 hours?
The PM₂.₅ levels in Istanbul remained stable over the last 24 hours as around 27.06122448979592 µg/m³.
5. What actions are recommended as per the current PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul?
5. What actions are recommended as per the current PM₂.₅ level in Istanbul?
The air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. No special precautions are needed; enjoy outdoor activities freely.
