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144
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

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Is the air quality good in Wuhan right now? Wuhan, China currently has an Air Quality Index of 144, classified as Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. PM2.5 is 60.5 μg/m³ (12.1x the WHO 2021 annual guideline of 5 μg/m³). Sensitive groups should limit outdoor exertion.

PM2.5

60.5μg/m³

Fine particulate matter

PM10

63.3μg/m³

Coarse particulate matter

Ozone (O3)

80.0ppb

Ground-level ozone

NO2

105.1ppb

Nitrogen dioxide

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According to atmos.today (updated ), Wuhan, China has an air quality index of 144 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups). PM2.5 is 60.5 μg/m³ (12.1x the WHO 2021 annual guideline of 5 μg/m³), PM10 63.3 μg/m³, ozone 80.0 ppb, NO2 105.1 ppb. Source: atmos.today (CC-BY-4.0).

Health Guidance

Sensitive groups (children, elderly, those with respiratory issues) should limit prolonged outdoor exertion. Others are unlikely to be affected.

Pollutants tracked in Wuhan

Each reading is a separate pollutant with its own health profile. Open a guide for sources, WHO thresholds, and exposure tips.

PM2.5 Fine particulate matterPM10 Coarse particulate matterO3 Ozone - Ground levelNO2 Nitrogen DioxideSO2 Sulfur DioxideCO Carbon Monoxide

Related to Wuhan

Other cities in China

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Beijing

142
AQI
PM2.5
52.3μg
PM10
87.4μg
O3
31.2ppb
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

CN

Shanghai

88
AQI
PM2.5
22.1μg
PM10
44.3μg
O3
42.1ppb
Moderate

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Guangzhou

96
AQI
PM2.5
28.2μg
PM10
52.4μg
O3
40.3ppb
Moderate

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Wuhan air quality - frequently asked

Is the air quality in Wuhan safe right now?

Wuhan currently has an AQI of 144, classified as Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. Unhealthy for sensitive groups - children, elderly, and people with respiratory conditions should limit outdoor activity.

What is the PM2.5 level in Wuhan?

PM2.5 in Wuhan is currently 60.5 μg/m³. WHO guideline is 5 μg/m³ annual / 15 μg/m³ daily. Current level is 12.1x the WHO annual guideline.

Where does Wuhan's air pollution come from?

Common sources in urban areas like Wuhan: vehicle exhaust (especially diesel), industrial emissions, coal/wood burning for heat or cooking, construction dust, and seasonal factors like agricultural burning or wildfires. Local traffic typically contributes 30-50% of urban PM2.5.

When is air quality usually worst in Wuhan?

Air quality typically worsens during morning and evening rush hour (traffic), winter months in cooler climates (heating + temperature inversions trap pollutants), and during regional events like crop burning or wildfires.

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