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119US AQI
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

The current Air Quality Index in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India is 119, which is considered unhealthy for sensitive groups. The fine particulate (PM2.5) concentration is 35.6 µg/m³.

Last updated · Source: CAMS forecast model

Pollutant levels in Varanasi

PM2.535.6 µg/m³Fine particulate matter
PM1036 µg/m³Coarse particulate matter
O₃93 µg/m³Ozone
NO₂15.8 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
SO₂9.6 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO613 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 16133Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Aug 1792Moderate
Aug 1869Moderate
Aug 1983Moderate
Aug 20103Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Aug 21108Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Aug 22107Unhealthy 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 Varanasi 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 Varanasi air quality

What is the AQI in Varanasi today?

The current Air Quality Index in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India is 119 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 Varanasi right now?

Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India is currently 35.6 µg/m³. The World Health Organization recommends keeping the 24-hour average below 15 µg/m³, so Varanasi is currently above the WHO guideline.

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

Air quality readings for Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 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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