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Chandigarh AQI Today

150US AQI
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

The current Air Quality Index in Chandigarh, India is 150, which is considered unhealthy for sensitive groups. The fine particulate (PM2.5) concentration is 44 µg/m³.

Last updated · Source: CAMS forecast model

Pollutant levels in Chandigarh

PM2.544 µg/m³Fine particulate matter
PM1080.6 µg/m³Coarse particulate matter
O₃187 µg/m³Ozone
NO₂3.2 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
SO₂12.1 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO377 µg/m³Carbon monoxide

Health advice

Members of sensitive groups — children, older adults, and people with respiratory or heart conditions — may experience health effects. They should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.

7-day AQI trend

DayAQICategory
Aug 16140Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Aug 17127Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Aug 18109Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Aug 19108Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Aug 20134Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Aug 21155Unhealthy
Aug 22155Unhealthy

About the Air Quality Index

The Air Quality Index (AQI) converts measured pollutant concentrations — including PM2.5, PM10, ozone (O₃), nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), sulphur dioxide (SO₂), and carbon monoxide (CO) — into a single 0–500 scale. Higher values mean greater health risk. The reading for Chandigarh reflects a CAMS forecast model and updates throughout the day. Learn what the AQI number means for your body, read the AQI scale reference, or compare PM2.5 and PM10.

Frequently asked questions about Chandigarh air quality

What is the AQI in Chandigarh today?

The current Air Quality Index in Chandigarh, India is 150 on the 0–500 US AQI scale, which is categorised as unhealthy for sensitive groups. The reading comes from a CAMS forecast model and refreshes throughout the day.

What is the PM2.5 level in Chandigarh right now?

Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in Chandigarh, India is currently 44 µg/m³. The World Health Organization recommends keeping the 24-hour average below 15 µg/m³, so Chandigarh is currently above the WHO guideline.

Is it safe to go outside in Chandigarh today?

Members of sensitive groups — children, older adults, and people with respiratory or heart conditions — may experience health effects. They should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.

What is considered a good AQI level?

An AQI of 0–50 is good, 51–100 is moderate, 101–150 is unhealthy for sensitive groups, 151–200 is unhealthy, 201–300 is very unhealthy, and anything above 300 is hazardous. The scale is the same everywhere, so readings are directly comparable between cities.

How often is the Chandigarh air quality data updated?

Air quality readings for Chandigarh, India refresh throughout the day, and this page is rendered fresh on every visit, so the AQI, pollutant breakdown and 7-day trend always reflect the latest available model output.

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