Real-time Air Quality Index
Varanasi Air Quality Index (AQI)
70US AQI
Moderate
The current Air Quality Index in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India is 70, which is considered moderate. The fine particulate (PM2.5) concentration is 23.7 µg/m³.
Last updated · Source: CAMS forecast model
Pollutant levels in Varanasi
PM2.523.7 µg/m³Fine particulate matter
PM1024.6 µg/m³Coarse particulate matter
O₃145 µg/m³Ozone
NO₂2.6 µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
SO₂20.4 µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
CO309 µg/m³Carbon monoxide
Health advice
Air quality is acceptable. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
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.