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Islamabad Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-18 11:41:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

118AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Poor

PM2.5 : 43 µg/m³

pm10 : 52 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

26 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-18 11:41:01 (Local Time)

Rank46^th

Currently, Islamabad ranks 46^th among the most polluted cities globally.

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Islamabad

Major Air Pollutants
Islamabad

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

43µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

52µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

285ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

2ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

4ppb

Ozone(O₃)

30ppb

AQI Graph

Historical Air Quality Data
Islamabad

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Islamabad

AQI (US)

17-08-2026Time18-08-2026

Time	Islamabad
12:01pm	50
12:31pm	51
1:01pm	61
1:31pm	61
2:01pm	72
2:31pm	75
3:01pm	77
3:31pm	79
4:01pm	70
4:31pm	63
5:01pm	28
5:31pm	29
6:01pm	48
6:31pm	49
7:01pm	72
7:31pm	77
8:01pm	100
8:31pm	97
9:01pm	105
9:31pm	107
10:01pm	125
10:31pm	128
11:01pm	120
11:31pm	120
12:01am	108
12:31am	110
1:01am	107
1:31am	104
2:01am	105
2:31am	104
3:01am	93
3:31am	94
4:01am	86
4:31am	86
5:01am	75
5:31am	69
6:01am	49
6:31am	43
7:01am	37
7:31am	45
8:01am	56
8:31am	56
9:01am	65
9:31am	70
10:01am	85
10:31am	91
11:01am	124
11:31am	119

Min. AQI (US)5:01pm

128

Max. AQI (US)10:31pm

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AQI (US) Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan

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Islamabad's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Blue Area

Poor

126

D-12

Poor

124

F 11-1

Poor

136

F 11-2

Poor

114

F 11-4

Poor

111

F 7-1

Poor

126

I 10 Markaz

Poor

119

I 8 Markaz

Poor

111

Islamabad

Poor

111

Islamabad US Embassy

Poor

121

Sector I-10

Poor

116

Street 3

Poor

116

Pakistan's Metro Cities
Air Quality Index

Islamabad

119

Karachi

Lahore

Peshawar

108

temp.35°C

hum.40%

Rawalpindi

121

temp.32°C

hum.47%

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Islamabad

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Islamabad

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

Islamabad

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

Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory

Poor

3xabove Standard

Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Poor

3xabove Standard

Lahore, Punjab

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Karachi, Sindh

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Last Updated: 18 Aug 2026, 06:45 AM

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Islamabad is 118 (Poor) due to recent rainfall by 0.32mm/hr. This was last updated 2026-08-18 11:41:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 28 (Good) at 5:01 PM, Aug 17, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 128 (Poor) at 10:31 PM, Aug 17, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Islamabad have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 128 at 10:31 PM, Aug 17, 2026 (Local Time), lowest 28 at 5:01 PM, Aug 17, 2026 (Local Time).

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

Current AQI (US) levels are unhealthy for Sensitive individuals, they should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.