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Columbus Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-01 01:31 (Local Time)

Live AQI

53AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Moderate

PM2.5 : 14 µg/m³

pm10 : 18 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

26 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-01 01:31 (Local Time)

Presently, Columbus ranks for having the good air quality among cities worldwide.

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Columbus

Major Air Pollutants
Columbus

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

14µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

18µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

296ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

14ppb

Ozone(O₃)

34ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Columbus

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Columbus

AQI (US)

31-07-2026Time01-08-2026

Time	Columbus
2:01am	85
2:31am	84
3:01am	85
3:31am	87
4:01am	90
4:31am	83
5:01am	86
5:31am	80
6:01am	81
6:31am	86
7:01am	80
7:31am	80
8:01am	80
8:31am	82
9:01am	79
9:31am	75
10:01am	72
10:31am	76
11:01am	62
11:31am	68
12:01pm	58
12:31pm	59
1:01pm	56
1:31pm	56
2:01pm	63
2:31pm	60
3:01pm	65
3:31pm	65
4:01pm	64
4:31pm	66
5:01pm	68
5:31pm	68
6:01pm	68
6:31pm	71
7:01pm	67
7:31pm	70
8:01pm	67
8:31pm	71
9:01pm	68
9:31pm	68
10:01pm	65
10:31pm	69
11:01pm	66
11:31pm	65
12:01am	67
12:31am	62
1:01am	53
1:31am	53

Min. AQI (US)1:01am

Max. AQI (US)4:01am

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Columbus, Georgia, United States

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Columbus's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

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Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Benning Drive

Moderate

Columbus Airport

Moderate

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Health Advice For People Living In
Columbus

1Cigarettes per day

Weekly 7 Cigarettes

Monthly 30 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 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

Columbus

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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Unhealthy

4xabove Standard

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Moderate

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Moderate

2xabove Standard

Last Updated: 01 Aug 2026, 05:46 AM

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Air Quality Solutions For Columbus
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Air Quality FAQs
at Columbus

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Columbus is 53 (Moderate). This was last updated 2026-08-01 01:31 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 53 (Moderate) at 1:01 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 90 (Moderate) at 4:01 AM, Jul 31, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Columbus have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 90 at 4:01 AM, Jul 31, 2026 (Local Time), lowest 53 at 1:01 AM (Local Time).

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

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