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Tauranga Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅) Level

Bay of Plenty Region, New Zealand

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Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅)

4µg/m³



Good

Last Updated: 2026-07-14 11:41:02 (Local Time)

Good PM₂.₅ level in Tauranga
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Tauranga

Good
030
Moderate
60
Poor
90
Unhealthy
120
Severe
250
Hazardous
380+

What is the Current PM₂.₅ Level?

Tauranga

The current PM₂.₅ level in Tauranga based on the average air quality level across the city is 4 µg/m³, making it healthy and safe for everyone.


3.7xBelow

The current PM₂.₅ level in Tauranga is 3.7x Below the recommended WHO guideline of 15 µg/m³.

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Historic Air Quality Graph of Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅)

Tauranga

Tauranga
PM₂.₅ (µg/m³)
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13-07-2026Time14-07-2026
1
Min. PM₂.₅12:01pm
28
Max. PM₂.₅10:01pm

New Zealand 2019 PM2.5 Death Toll

PM2.5 annual mean levels


6µg/m³

each person's annual mean exposure 1.2 times WHO's guideline.

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7


Deaths per 100,000 people

attributable to fine particle pollution in 2019 (303 in total in the country).

Death percentage as per diseases

neonatal disordersneonatal disorders
4%
Type 2 DiabetesType 2 Diabetes
3%
tracheal, bronchus, and lung cancertracheal, bronchus, and lung cancer
2%
chronic obstructive pulmonary diseasechronic obstructive pulmonary disease
2%
ischemic heart diseaseischemic heart disease
2%
strokestroke
2%
lower respiratory infectionslower respiratory infections
1%
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PM2.5 particles, with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less, are approximately 30 times smaller than a human hair, making them a significant yet often unseen threat to air quality.

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Uncovering the Sources of Particulate Matter (PM₂.₅): Where Does It Come From?

Windblown Dust

Windblown Dust

Daily activities like construction or other practices
Home-related emission

Home-related emission

Household activities, such as cooking and heating
Factories and industries' emission

Factories and industries' emission

Regular operations in factories and industries
Power plants generation

Power plants generation

Emission from Routine energy production in power plants
Landfill fires

Landfill fires

Fires in landfills, often caused by waste mismanagement
Transportation emission

Transportation emission

Diesel operated Daily vehicles produces exhaust
Human-caused emissions

Human-caused emissions

Common practices like open burning of waste or agricultural residues

Short-Term PM₂.₅ Exposure Impacts

Irritation in Eyes

Irritation in Eyes

Redness, itching, and discomfort in your eyes
Headaches

Headaches

Frequent or intense headaches.
Fatigue

Fatigue

Feeling unusually tired or weak.
Aggravated asthma

Aggravated asthma

Increased asthma attacks and symptoms.
Breathing problems

Breathing problems

Coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.

Health Advice Based on Current PM₂.₅ Level In

Tauranga

0Cigarettes per day


Breathe easy and get active! The air quality is perfect for enjoying outdoor activities.

Source:

Berkeley Earth

Air Purifier
Air PurifierTurn Off
Car Filter
Car FilterAdvisable
N95 Mask
N95 MaskAdvisable
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorAdvisable

Air Quality FAQs

at Tauranga

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

1. What is the current PM₂.₅ level in Tauranga?

The current real-time PM₂.₅ level in Tauranga is 4µg/m³ (Good). This was last updated 2026-07-14 11:41:02 (Local Time).

2. When was the best PM₂.₅ level in Tauranga in the last 24 hours?

The best PM₂.₅ level was 1 µg/m³ (Good) at 12:01 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

3. When was the worst PM₂.₅ level in Tauranga in the last 24 hours?

The worst PM₂.₅ level was 28 µg/m³ (Good) at 10:01 PM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

4. What is the current trend of PM₂.₅ levels in Tauranga during last 24 hours?

The PM₂.₅ levels in Tauranga have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 28 µg/m³ at 10:01 PM (Local Time), lowest 1 µg/m³ at 12:01 PM (Local Time).

5. What actions are recommended as per the current PM₂.₅ level in Tauranga?

The air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. No special precautions are needed; enjoy outdoor activities freely.