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Kuching Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-14 03:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

159AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Unhealthy

PM2.5 : 72 µg/m³

pm10 : 84 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

25 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-14 03:01 (Local Time)

Rank17^th

Currently, Kuching ranks 17^th among the most polluted cities globally.

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Kuching

Major Air Pollutants
Kuching

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

72µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

84µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

206ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

4ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

2ppb

Ozone(O₃)

10ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Kuching

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Kuching

AQI (US)

13-08-2026Time14-08-2026

Time	Kuching
2:01am	159
2:31am	157
3:01am	160
3:31am	164
4:01am	160
4:31am	161
5:01am	161
5:31am	163
6:01am	160
6:31am	160
7:01am	164
7:31am	169
8:01am	173
8:31am	166
9:01am	164
9:31am	166
10:01am	169
10:31am	170
11:01am	173
11:31am	167
12:01pm	177
12:31pm	167
1:01pm	170
1:31pm	171
2:01pm	169
2:31pm	164
3:01pm	162
3:31pm	164
4:01pm	162
4:31pm	162
5:01pm	164
5:31pm	160
6:01pm	166
6:31pm	165
7:01pm	163
7:31pm	165
8:01pm	162
8:31pm	161
9:01pm	164
9:31pm	164
10:01pm	160
10:31pm	160
11:01pm	155
11:31pm	157
12:01am	163
12:31am	164
1:01am	164
1:31am	163
2:01am	159
2:31am	168
3:01am	162

155

Min. AQI (US)11:01pm

177

Max. AQI (US)12:01pm

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Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

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Kuching's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Kuching

Unhealthy

158

Samarahan

Unhealthy

166

105

Sintang

Unhealthy

152

Malaysia's Metro Cities
Air Quality Index

George Town

temp.27°C

hum.78%

Ipoh

131

temp.22°C

hum.95%

Klang

124

temp.26°C

hum.84%

Kuala Lumpur

133

temp.25°C

hum.85%

Petaling Jaya

125

temp.25°C

hum.85%

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Kuching

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Kuching

3.8Cigarettes per day

Weekly 26.6 Cigarettes

Monthly 114 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 3.8 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

Kuching

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

Kuching, Sarawak

Unhealthy

5xabove Standard

Miri, Sarawak

Poor

4xabove Standard

Bintulu, Sarawak

Poor

3xabove Standard

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Poor

3xabove Standard

Ipoh, Perak

Poor

3xabove Standard

Putrajaya, Putrajaya

Poor

3xabove Standard

Shah Alam, Selangor

Poor

3xabove Standard

Sibu, Sarawak

Poor

3xabove Standard

Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Poor

3xabove Standard

10.

Klang, Selangor

Poor

3xabove Standard

Last Updated: 13 Aug 2026, 07:13 PM

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Air Quality Solutions For Kuching
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Kuching's AQI Data Analytics Solutions
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Air Quality FAQs
at Kuching

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Kuching is 159 (Unhealthy). This was last updated 2026-08-14 03:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 155 (Unhealthy) at 11:01 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 177 (Unhealthy) at 12:01 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Kuching have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 177 at 12:01 PM (Local Time), lowest 155 at 11:01 PM (Local Time).

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

Current AQI (US) levels are unhealthy for everyone. It's advised to limit outdoor activities and consider using air purifiers indoors.