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Istanbul Air Quality Index (AQI) | Air Pollution

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

Last Updated: 2026-08-07 10:01 (Local Time)

Live AQI

51AQI (US)

Air Quality is

Moderate

PM2.5 : 13 µg/m³

pm10 : 34 µg/m³

Good

050

Moderate

100

Poor

150

Unhealthy

200

Severe

300

Hazardous

301+

26 °C

Last Updated: 2026-08-07 10:01 (Local Time)

Rank1118^th

Currently, Istanbul ranks 1118^th among the cities with the highest AQI levels in the world.

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Istanbul

Major Air Pollutants
Istanbul

Particulate Matter(PM₂.₅)

13µg/m³

Particulate Matter(PM₁₀)

34µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide(CO)

721ppb

Sulfur Dioxide(SO₂)

4ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide(NO₂)

15ppb

Ozone(O₃)

20ppb

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Historical Air Quality Data
Istanbul

24 Hours

AQI (US)

Istanbul

AQI (US)

06-08-2026Time07-08-2026

Time	Istanbul
10:01am	60
10:31am	60
11:01am	60
11:31am	60
12:01pm	60
12:31pm	58
1:01pm	60
1:31pm	58
2:01pm	58
2:31pm	58
3:01pm	58
3:31pm	58
4:01pm	59
4:31pm	58
5:01pm	58
5:31pm	57
6:01pm	57
6:31pm	57
7:01pm	57
7:31pm	57
8:01pm	56
8:31pm	56
9:01pm	56
9:31pm	56
10:01pm	54
10:31pm	54
11:01pm	55
11:31pm	54
12:01am	54
12:31am	54
1:01am	55
1:31am	54
2:01am	54
2:31am	55
3:01am	53
3:31am	55
4:01am	54
4:31am	53
5:01am	53
5:31am	53
6:01am	53
6:31am	46
7:01am	45
7:31am	41
8:01am	51
8:31am	51
9:01am	51
9:31am	51
10:01am	51

Min. AQI (US)7:31am

Max. AQI (US)10:01am

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Istanbul, Istanbul Province, Turkey

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Istanbul's Locations
Real-time Air Pollution Level

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Status

AQI (US)

PM₂.₅(µg/m³)

PM₁₀(µg/m³)

Temp.(°C)

Humi.(%)

Moderate

Good

Moderate

Moderate

Good

Moderate

Good

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Moderate

Good

Good

Moderate

Moderate

110

Good

Good

Moderate

Moderate

Good

Moderate

Moderate

Good

Good

Good

Good

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AQI (US)

Health Advice For People Living In
Istanbul

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

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

Istanbul

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

Mugla, Mugla

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Mersin, Mersin

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Corlu, Tekirdag

Moderate

2xabove Standard

Edirne, Edirne

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Amasya, Amasya

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Kilimli, Zonguldak

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Adana, Adana

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Bursa, Bursa

Moderate

1xabove Standard

Sakarya, Sakarya

Moderate

1xabove Standard

10.

Kutahya, Kutahya

Moderate

2xbelow Standard

Last Updated: 07 Aug 2026, 07:10 AM

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality

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

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Istanbul is 51 (Moderate). This was last updated 2026-08-07 10:01 (Local Time).

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

The best AQI (US) level was 41 (Good) at 7:31 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The worst AQI (US) level was 60 (Moderate) at 10:01 AM, Aug 6, 2026 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.

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

The AQI (US) levels in Istanbul have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 60 at 10:01 AM, Aug 6, 2026 (Local Time), lowest 41 at 7:31 AM (Local Time).

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

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