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137US AQI
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

The current Air Quality Index in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India is 137, which is considered unhealthy for sensitive groups. The fine particulate (PM2.5) concentration is 36.9 µg/m³.

Last updated · Source: CAMS forecast model

Pollutant levels in Dhanbad

PM2.536.9 µg/m³Fine particulate matter
PM1038.3 µg/m³Coarse particulate matter
O₃195 µg/m³Ozone
NO₂3.5 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
SO₂18.2 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO402 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 1675Moderate
Aug 1753Moderate
Aug 1850Good
Aug 1968Moderate
Aug 2095Moderate
Aug 21110Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Aug 22132Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

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 Dhanbad 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 Dhanbad air quality

What is the AQI in Dhanbad today?

The current Air Quality Index in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India is 137 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 Dhanbad right now?

Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India is currently 36.9 µg/m³. The World Health Organization recommends keeping the 24-hour average below 15 µg/m³, so Dhanbad is currently above the WHO guideline.

Is it safe to go outside in Dhanbad 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 Dhanbad air quality data updated?

Air quality readings for Dhanbad, Jharkhand, 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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