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Nairobi Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2025-04-25 11:10:02 PM (Local Time)

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Live AQI
54
Air Quality is
Moderate
pm10 :  37 µg/m³
PM2.5 :  12 µg/m³
Good
050
Moderate
100
Poor
150
Unhealthy
200
Severe
300
Hazardous
301+
aqi moderate level in Nairobi
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20 °C

Partly cloudy
Humidity
Humidity73 %

Wind Speed
Wind Speed14 km/h

UV Index
UV Index0
Last Updated: 2025-04-25 11:10:02 PM (Local Time)


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AQI Trends - Annual Air Quality Changes

Nairobi, Nairobi City, Kenya

Year
.
AQI


Annual AQI Trends

2022
59AQI
2023
45AQI
-24%
Fall
2024
50AQI
11%
Rise
2025
77AQI
54%
Rise
Overall Annual Percentage (%) change of AQI in (2022 to 2025)
14%
Rise (Worsened AQI)

Most & Least Polluted Months

Most PollutedJanuary, 202599AQI

Least PollutedApril, 202319AQI

* This data analysis is from year 2022 - 2025

Nairobi's Locations

Real-time Air Pollution Level

Location
Status
AQI
PM2.5(µg/m³)
PM10(µg/m³)
Temp.(°C)
Humi.(%)
Dagoretti Corner
Moderate
54
11
37
21
65
Nairobi US Embassy
Moderate
61
15
38
22
62
The Banda school
Good
48
9
37
21
65

Health Advice For People Living In

Nairobi

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

Nairobi

  • asthma due to air pollution in NairobiAsthma
  • heart due to air pollution in NairobiHeart Issues
  • allergy due to air pollution in NairobiAllergies
  • sinus due to air pollution in NairobiSinus
  • flu due to air pollution in NairobiCold/Flu
  • copd due to air pollution in NairobiChronic (COPD)
asthma due to air pollution in Nairobi

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.

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Air Quality FAQs

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Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

What is the current AQI level in Nairobi?

The current real-time AQI level in Nairobi is 54 (Moderate) due to recent rainfall by 0.02mm/hr. This was last updated 2025-04-25 11:10:02 PM (Local Time).

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

The best AQI level was 53 (Moderate) at 5:10 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI level was 64 (Moderate) at 9:10 PM, Apr 24, 2025 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI levels in Nairobi have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 64 at 9:10 PM, Apr 24, 2025 (Local Time), lowest 53 at 5:10 PM (Local Time).

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

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