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Sandton Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2025-02-14 06:59:27 PM

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Live AQI
66
Air Quality is
Moderate
pm10 :  26 µg/m³
PM2.5 :  17 µg/m³
Good
050
Moderate
100
Poor
150
Unhealthy
200
Severe
250
Hazardous
300+
moderate aqi level in Sandton
sunny

23 °C

Sunny
Humidity
Humidity51 %

Wind Speed
Wind Speed9 km/h

UV Index
UV Index0
Last Updated: 2025-02-14 06:59:27 PM


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Sandton

Major Air Pollutants

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Historical Air Quality Data

Sandton

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AQI Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes

Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa

Year
.
AQI


Annual AQI Trends

2020
63AQI
2021
83AQI
32%
Rise
2022
78AQI
-6%
Fall
2023
68AQI
-13%
Fall
2024
66AQI
-3%
Fall
2025
80AQI
21%
Rise
Overall Annual Percentage (%) change of AQI in (2020 to 2025)
6%
Rise (Worsened AQI)

Most & Least Polluted Months

Most PollutedJuly, 2021116AQI

Least PollutedMarch, 202018AQI

* This data analysis is from year 2020 - 2025

Sandton's Locations

Real-time Air Pollution Level

Location
Status
AQI
PM2.5(µg/m³)
PM10(µg/m³)
Temp.(°C)
Humi.(%)
Alexandra
Moderate
64
16
26
17
39
Buccleugh
Moderate
68
18
26
17
39

South Africa's Metro Cities

Air Quality Index

Health Advice For People Living In

Sandton

0Cigarettes per day

Weekly 0 Cigarettes
Monthly 0 Cigarettes

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

Source:

Berkeley Earth


Solutions for Current AQI

  • Air Purifier
    Air PurifierTurn On
  • Car Filter
    Car FilterMust
  • N95 Mask
    N95 MaskMust
  • Stay Indoor
    Stay IndoorMust


Must turn on the air purifier to enjoy fresh air.

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Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Sandton

  • asthma due to air pollution in SandtonAsthma
  • heart due to air pollution in SandtonHeart Issues
  • allergy due to air pollution in SandtonAllergies
  • sinus due to air pollution in SandtonSinus
  • flu due to air pollution in SandtonCold/Flu
  • copd due to air pollution in SandtonChronic (COPD)
asthma due to air pollution in Sandton

Mid. Chances of Asthma

Asthma

Risk of Asthma symptoms is Mid. when AQI is Moderate (50-150)

Moderate symptoms including frequent wheezing, noticeable shortness of breath, chest tightness, and persistent cough.

Do's :

  • Limit outdoor activities when AQI is poor.

  • Clean indoor air with an air purifier to reduce exposure.

  • Soothe the respiratory tract with herbal teas or warm water to help alleviate symptoms.

Don'ts :

  • Exercise outdoors without a mask.

  • Stay in smoky areas with strong fumes.

Most Polluted Cities 2025

South Africa

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Sandton's AQI Data Analytics Solutions

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Air Quality FAQs

at Sandton

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

What is the current AQI level in Sandton?

The current real-time AQI level in Sandton is 66 (Moderate). This was last updated 2025-02-14 06:59:27 PM.

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

The best AQI level was 58 (Moderate) at 3:14 AM during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI level was 67 (Moderate) at 1:14 AM during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI levels in Sandton have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 67 at 1:14 AM, lowest 58 at 3:14 AM.

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

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