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Butterworth Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-13 06:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

142AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Poor

PM2.5 : 52 µg/m³

pm10 : 62 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

25 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-13 06:01 (Local Time)

Rank41^st

Currently, Butterworth ranks 41^st among the most polluted cities globally.

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Butterworth

Major Air Pollutants
Butterworth

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

52µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

62µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

0ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

1ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

10ppb

Ozone(O₃)

3ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Butterworth

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Butterworth

AQI (US)

12-08-2026Time13-08-2026

Time	Butterworth
6:01am	54
6:31am	54
7:01am	58
7:31am	58
8:01am	58
8:31am	65
9:01am	64
9:31am	70
10:01am	71
10:31am	59
11:01am	93
11:31am	88
12:01pm	102
12:31pm	106
1:01pm	126
1:31pm	129
2:01pm	102
2:31pm	97
3:01pm	112
3:31pm	112
4:01pm	89
4:31pm	94
5:01pm	68
5:31pm	67
6:01pm	75
6:31pm	71
7:01pm	76
7:31pm	82
8:01pm	83
8:31pm	105
9:01pm	122
9:31pm	122
10:01pm	114
10:31pm	115
11:01pm	118
11:31pm	118
12:01am	118
12:31am	126
1:01am	122
1:31am	131
2:01am	152
2:31am	150
3:01am	151
3:31am	152
4:01am	146
4:31am	150
5:01am	150
5:31am	138
6:01am	142

Min. AQI (US)6:01am

152

Max. AQI (US)2:01am

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Butterworth, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia

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Butterworth's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

locations

Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Perai

Poor

149

Seberang Jaya 2

Poor

134

Malaysia's Metro Cities
Air Quality Index

George Town

120

temp.27°C

hum.82%

Ipoh

109

temp.21°C

hum.97%

Klang

140

temp.26°C

hum.81%

Kuala Lumpur

132

temp.25°C

hum.80%

Petaling Jaya

104

temp.25°C

hum.79%

Air Quality Calendar 2026
Butterworth

2026

AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Butterworth

1.6Cigarettes per day

Weekly 11.2 Cigarettes

Monthly 48 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 1.6 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

Butterworth

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.

Most Polluted Cities 2026
Malaysia

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RankCityAQI Status

Standard Value

Kuching, Sarawak

Unhealthy

5xabove Standard

Butterworth, Pulau Pinang

Poor

3xabove Standard

Klang, Selangor

Poor

4xabove Standard

Shah Alam, Selangor

Poor

3xabove Standard

Sibu, Sarawak

Poor

4xabove Standard

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Poor

3xabove Standard

Putrajaya, Putrajaya

Poor

3xabove Standard

George Town, Pulau Pinang

Poor

3xabove Standard

Bintulu, Sarawak

Poor

3xabove Standard

10.

Ipoh, Perak

Poor

3xabove Standard

Last Updated: 12 Aug 2026, 10:08 PM

AQI City Rankings

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Butterworth is 142 (Poor) due to recent rainfall by 2.07mm/hr. This was last updated 2026-08-13 06:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 54 (Moderate) at 6:01 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 152 (Unhealthy) at 2:01 AM, Aug 13, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Butterworth have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 152 at 2:01 AM, Aug 13, 2026 (Local Time), lowest 54 at 6:01 AM (Local Time).

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

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