Quick answer
Is the air quality good in Bandung right now? Bandung, Indonesia currently has an Air Quality Index of 138, classified as Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. PM2.5 is 30.4 μg/m³ (6.1x the WHO 2021 annual guideline of 5 μg/m³). Sensitive groups should limit outdoor exertion.
PM2.5
Fine particulate matter
PM10
Coarse particulate matter
Ozone (O3)
Ground-level ozone
NO2
Nitrogen dioxide
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According to atmos.today (updated ), Bandung, Indonesia has an air quality index of 138 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups). PM2.5 is 30.4 μg/m³ (6.1x the WHO 2021 annual guideline of 5 μg/m³), PM10 31.1 μg/m³, ozone 125.0 ppb, NO2 16.1 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 Bandung
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Bandung air quality - frequently asked
Is the air quality in Bandung safe right now?
Bandung currently has an AQI of 138, 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 Bandung?
PM2.5 in Bandung is currently 30.4 μg/m³. WHO guideline is 5 μg/m³ annual / 15 μg/m³ daily. Within WHO short-term safe range.
Where does Bandung's air pollution come from?
Common sources in urban areas like Bandung: 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 Bandung?
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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