Chile Particulate Matter (PM₁₀) Level
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PM10 particles are with a diameter of 10 micrometers (µm) or smaller and human hair has a diameter of 50 to 70 (µm). It makes PM10 1/5 to 1/7 of the human hair size.
Most Polluted Cities 2026
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Analyze the real-time most air polluted cities in the country.
Standard Value
1.
Rancagua, Libertador General Bernardo O Higgins
Good
1xbelow Standard
2.
Los Angeles, BioBio
Good
2xbelow Standard
3.
San Bernardo, Region Metropolitana
Good
2xbelow Standard
4.
Chicureo Abajo, Region Metropolitana
Good
2xbelow Standard
5.
Santiago, Region Metropolitana
Good
2xbelow Standard
6.
Coyhaique, Aysen
Good
2xbelow Standard
7.
Temuco, Araucania
Good
2xbelow Standard
8.
Talcahuano, Biobio
Good
5xbelow Standard
9.
Concepcion, Biobio
Good
5xbelow Standard
10.
Chillan, Biobio
Good
6xbelow Standard
Last Updated: 21 Jul 2026, 03:06 PM
AQI City RankingsUncovering the Sources of Particulate Matter (PM₁₀): Where Does It Come From?
Wind-blown dust
Dust lifted and spread by the wind from bare soil.
Construction sites
Dust and pollutants from building activities.
Industries
Releases various pollutants from different processes.
Waste burning
Smoke and toxins from burning waste materials.
Landfills
Emissions from decomposing waste in big landfills.
Vehicles exhausts
Emissions of harmful gases and particles from cars.Short-Term PM₁₀ Exposure Impacts
Allergies
Airborne allergens causing sneezing and itching.
Cough and runny nose
Respiratory irritation cause to coughing
Eyes irritations
Redness and discomfort in the eyes.
Chest tightness
Constriction feeling in the chest.
Breathing difficulty
Trouble in breathing or discomfort in the chest.Why you should care about Particulate Matter (PM₁₀)?
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