AQI

Bengaluru Air Quality Index & Realtime Air Pollution

Live AQI
35(AQI-US)
Air Quality is
Good
PM2.5 :8.5µg/m³
PM10 :12.2µg/m³
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Primary Air Pollutants Bengaluru (Karnataka)

PM2.5
9µg/m³
PM2.5
PM10
12µg/m³
PM10
SO₂
4µg/m³
SO₂
CO
655µg/m³
CO
NO₂
14µg/m³
NO₂
O₃
53µg/m³
O₃

Hourly forecast Bengaluru (Karnataka)

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Health Recommendations for Bengaluru Residents

Based on current air quality: Good · AQI 35

Good
Air Purifier
Air PurifierTurn Off
Car Filter
Car FilterAdvisable
N95 Mask
N95 MaskAdvisable
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorAdvisable

UV Index

0.35

Low

Safe to be outside. Minimal UV risk.

Wind

10.8 km/h

Light breeze — leaves rustling gently.

AQI Graph

Historical AQI Data Bengaluru (Karnataka)

19
Min. AQIat 7:00 AM on 13th Aug
58
Max. AQIat 7:00 PM on 12th Aug
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Health Advice For People Living in Bengaluru

0.4
Cigarettes
per day
Weekly2.8 Cigarettes
Monthly12 Cigarettes

Breathing the air in this location is equivalent to smoking 0.4 cigarettes a day.

Disclaimer: This cigarette-equivalent estimate is calculated using the average PM2.5 concentration from the past 24 hours, assuming constant exposure throughout that period.
Solutions for Bengaluru Current AQI (US)
Air Purifier
Air PurifierTurn Off
Car Filter
Car FilterAdvisable
N95 Mask
N95 MaskAdvisable
Stay Indoor
Stay IndoorAdvisable
Must turn on the air purifier to enjoy fresh air.Get an Air Purifier

Prevent Health Problems: Understand Your Risks

Bengaluru · Current air quality: Good · AQI 35

Low Trigger Risk

Headaches

Risk of Headaches symptoms is Low when AQI of Bengaluru is Good (0-50).

Common signs

You may notice: Pressure or tightness around the forehead and temples, Sensitivity to light or smell, Fatigue or difficulty concentrating.

Do’s :
  • Prefer indoor, filtered air when the AQI is elevated.
  • Drink water and pause from screen time or strong light if you are migraine-prone.
  • If you Consider using prescribed migraine meds, Store them accessible.
Don’ts :
  • Avoid do intense outdoor exercise during poor AQI periods.
  • Try not to ignore worsening issues that feel unusual for you.

Disclaimer: The health risks mentioned above are precautionary recommendations based on current AQI levels. While you may not experience immediate effects, prolonged exposure to air pollution can lead to these health issues over time. This is not medical advice. Please consult a clinician if you experience severe, unusual, or worsening symptoms.

Air Quality FAQs at Bengaluru, Karnataka

The current real-time AQI (US) level in Bengaluru, Karnataka is 35 (Good). This was last updated recently.

The best AQI (US) level was generally lower during the early afternoon in the last 24 hours.

The worst AQI (US) level typically peaks during early morning or late evening hours due to temperature inversion.

The AQI (US) levels in Bengaluru, Karnataka have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Current AQI (US) levels are good for everyone. It's advised to adjust your outdoor activities based on personal sensitivity.