Islamabad US Embassy Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅) Level
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
31µg/m³
Last Updated: 2026-07-15 06:41 (Local Time)
MapIslamabad US Embassy
What is the Current PM₂.₅ Level?
Islamabad US Embassy
The current PM₂.₅ level at Islamabad US Embassy is 31 µg/m³ making it acceptable, but sensitive individuals should be cautious.
The current PM₂.₅ level in Islamabad US Embassy is 2.06x Above the recommended WHO guideline of 15 µg/m³.
AQI Graph
Historic Air Quality Graph of Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅)
Islamabad US Embassy
Pakistan 2019 PM2.5 Death Toll
PM2.5 annual mean levels
63µg/m³
each person's annual mean exposure 12.6 times WHO's guideline.
51
Deaths per 100,000 people
attributable to fine particle pollution in 2019 (114,008 in total in the country).
Death percentage as per diseases
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
stroke
lower respiratory infections
ischemic heart disease
tracheal, bronchus, and lung cancer
Type 2 Diabetes
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
Islamabad US Embassy
1Cigarettes per day
Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.0 cigarettes a day.
Source:
Berkeley Earth
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Air Quality FAQs
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Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality
1. What is the current PM₂.₅ level in Islamabad US Embassy?
1. What is the current PM₂.₅ level in Islamabad US Embassy?
The current real-time PM₂.₅ level in Islamabad US Embassy is 31µg/m³ (Moderate). This was last updated 2026-07-15 06:41 (Local Time).
2. When was the best PM₂.₅ level in Islamabad US Embassy in the last 24 hours?
2. When was the best PM₂.₅ level in Islamabad US Embassy in the last 24 hours?
The best PM₂.₅ level was 13 µg/m³ (Good) at 10:31 AM, Jul 14, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.
3. When was the worst PM₂.₅ level in Islamabad US Embassy in the last 24 hours?
3. When was the worst PM₂.₅ level in Islamabad US Embassy in the last 24 hours?
The worst PM₂.₅ level was 32 µg/m³ (Moderate) at 7:31 AM, Jul 14, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.
4. What is the current trend of PM₂.₅ levels in Islamabad US Embassy during last 24 hours?
4. What is the current trend of PM₂.₅ levels in Islamabad US Embassy during last 24 hours?
The PM₂.₅ levels in Islamabad US Embassy have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 32 µg/m³ at 7:31 AM, Jul 14, 2026 (Local Time), lowest 13 µg/m³ at 10:31 AM, Jul 14, 2026 (Local Time).
5. What actions are recommended as per the current PM₂.₅ level in Islamabad US Embassy?
5. What actions are recommended as per the current PM₂.₅ level in Islamabad US Embassy?
Current PM₂.₅ levels are acceptable; however, some pollutants may be a concern for a small number of sensitive individuals.
