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35
Good

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Is the air quality good in Riga right now? Riga, Latvia currently has an Air Quality Index of 35, classified as Good. PM2.5 is 11.0 μg/m³ (2.2x the WHO 2021 annual guideline of 5 μg/m³). Air quality is safe for everyone.

PM2.5

11.0μg/m³

Fine particulate matter

PM10

16.2μg/m³

Coarse particulate matter

Ozone (O3)

64.0ppb

Ground-level ozone

NO2

15.7ppb

Nitrogen dioxide

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According to atmos.today (updated ), Riga, Latvia has an air quality index of 35 (Good). PM2.5 is 11.0 μg/m³ (2.2x the WHO 2021 annual guideline of 5 μg/m³), PM10 16.2 μg/m³, ozone 64.0 ppb, NO2 15.7 ppb. Source: atmos.today (CC-BY-4.0).

Health Guidance

Air quality is satisfactory. Outdoor activities are safe for everyone.

Pollutants tracked in Riga

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

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Riga air quality - frequently asked

Is the air quality in Riga safe right now?

Riga currently has an AQI of 35, classified as Good. Air quality is good - safe for everyone.

What is the PM2.5 level in Riga?

PM2.5 in Riga is currently 11 μg/m³. WHO guideline is 5 μg/m³ annual / 15 μg/m³ daily. Within WHO short-term safe range.

Where does Riga's air pollution come from?

Common sources in urban areas like Riga: 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 Riga?

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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