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Istanbul Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-09 23:41 (Local Time)

Live AQI

81AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Moderate

PM2.5 : 27 µg/m³

pm10 : 42 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

23 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-09 23:41 (Local Time)

Rank312^th

Currently, Istanbul ranks 312^th among the cities with the highest AQI levels in the world.

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Istanbul

Major Air Pollutants
Istanbul

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

27µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

42µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

625ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

8ppb

Ozone(O₃)

20ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Istanbul

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Istanbul

AQI (US)

08-08-2026Time09-08-2026

Time	Istanbul
11:31pm	89
12:01am	86
12:31am	86
1:01am	85
1:31am	89
2:01am	87
2:31am	88
3:01am	88
3:31am	86
4:01am	89
4:31am	87
5:01am	86
5:31am	84
6:01am	85
6:31am	85
7:01am	84
7:31am	84
8:01am	83
8:31am	83
9:01am	82
9:31am	82
10:01am	83
10:31am	83
11:01am	82
11:31am	82
12:01pm	82
12:31pm	80
1:01pm	82
1:31pm	80
2:01pm	77
2:31pm	76
3:01pm	77
3:31pm	78
4:01pm	80
4:31pm	80
5:01pm	81
5:31pm	83
6:01pm	83
6:31pm	82
7:01pm	82
7:31pm	84
8:01pm	84
8:31pm	84
9:01pm	80
9:31pm	82
10:01pm	81
10:31pm	79
11:01pm	81
11:31pm	80

Min. AQI (US)2:31pm

Max. AQI (US)11:31pm

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Istanbul's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

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Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

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AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Istanbul

1.2Cigarettes per day

Weekly 8.4 Cigarettes

Monthly 36 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.2 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

Istanbul

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

Istanbul, Istanbul Province

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Mugla, Mugla

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Cayirova, Kocaeli

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Nigde, Nigde

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Adana, Adana

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Mersin, Mersin

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Kilimli, Zonguldak

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Korfez, Kocaeli

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Kocaeli, Kocaeli

Moderate

1xabove Standard

10.

Sakarya, Sakarya

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Last Updated: 09 Aug 2026, 08:41 PM

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Istanbul's AQI Data Analytics Solutions
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Air Quality FAQs
at Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Istanbul is 81 (Moderate). This was last updated 2026-08-09 23:41 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 76 (Moderate) at 2:31 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 89 (Moderate) at 11:31 PM, Aug 8, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Istanbul have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 89 at 11:31 PM, Aug 8, 2026 (Local Time), lowest 76 at 2:31 PM (Local Time).

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

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