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Pretoria Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2025-03-19 05:09:32 AM

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Live AQI
34
Air Quality is
Good
pm10 :  19 µg/m³
PM2.5 :  6 µg/m³
Good
050
Moderate
100
Poor
150
Unhealthy
200
Severe
300
Hazardous
301+
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AQI Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Year
.
AQI


Annual AQI Trends

2020
69AQI
2021
68AQI
-1%
Fall
2022
47AQI
-31%
Fall
2023
60AQI
28%
Rise
2024
55AQI
-8%
Fall
2025
56AQI
2%
Rise
Overall Annual Percentage (%) change of AQI in (2020 to 2025)
-2%
Fall (Improved AQI)

Most & Least Polluted Months

Most PollutedDecember, 2020102AQI

Least PollutedMarch, 202524AQI

* This data analysis is from year 2020 - 2025

Pretoria's Locations

Real-time Air Pollution Level

Location
Status
AQI
PM2.5(µg/m³)
PM10(µg/m³)
Temp.(°C)
Humi.(%)
Bodibeng
Good
35
6
15
17
87
Booysens
Good
29
5
16
16
92
Ekandustria
Good
21
4
15
16
88
Hammanskraal
Good
23
4
13
17
91
Mamelodi
Good
22
3
24
14
91
Pta West
Good
40
7
16
15
92
Rosslyn
Good
50
9
39
17
92
Tshwane Market
Moderate
52
10
15
16
91

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Health Advice For People Living In

Pretoria

0Cigarettes per day

Weekly 0 Cigarettes
Monthly 0 Cigarettes

Breathe easy and get active! The air quality is perfect for enjoying outdoor activities.

Source:

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Solutions for Current AQI

  • Air Purifier
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  • Car Filter
    Car FilterAdvisable
  • N95 Mask
    N95 MaskAdvisable
  • Stay Indoor
    Stay IndoorAdvisable


As per the current AQI, turn off the air purifier.

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Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Pretoria

  • asthma due to air pollution in PretoriaAsthma
  • heart due to air pollution in PretoriaHeart Issues
  • allergy due to air pollution in PretoriaAllergies
  • sinus due to air pollution in PretoriaSinus
  • flu due to air pollution in PretoriaCold/Flu
  • copd due to air pollution in PretoriaChronic (COPD)
asthma due to air pollution in Pretoria

Low Chances of Asthma

Asthma

Risk of Asthma symptoms is Low when AQI is Good (0-50)

Mild symptoms such as slight wheezing, occasional cough, and minor shortness of breath

Do's :

  • Keep track of air quality to plan outdoor activities safely.

  • Drink water to keep airways moist and reduce irritation.

  • Include non-allergenic fruits and vegetables that support overall lung health, like apples, pears, and spinach.

Don'ts :

  • Skip medications that is prescribed by your doctor.

  • Engage in outdoor activities in early morning during high pollen hours.

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Air Quality FAQs

at Pretoria

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

What is the current AQI level in Pretoria?

The current real-time AQI level in Pretoria is 34 (Good) due to recent rainfall by 0.15mm/hr. This was last updated 2025-03-19 05:09:32 AM.

When was the best AQI level in Pretoria in the last 24 hours?

The best AQI level was 28 (Good) at 12:09 AM during the last 24 hours.

When was the worst AQI level in Pretoria in the last 24 hours?

The worst AQI level was 37 (Good) at 8:09 PM, Mar 18, 2025 during the last 24 hours.

What is the current trend of AQI levels in Pretoria during last 24 hours?

The AQI levels in Pretoria have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 37 at 8:09 PM, Mar 18, 2025, lowest 28 at 12:09 AM.

What actions are recommended as per the current AQI level in Pretoria?

The air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. No special precautions are needed; enjoy outdoor activities freely.

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