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Pokhara Air Quality Index

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106
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

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Is the air quality good in Pokhara right now? Pokhara, Nepal currently has an Air Quality Index of 106, classified as Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. PM2.5 is 15.0 μg/m³ (3.0x the WHO 2021 annual guideline of 5 μg/m³). Sensitive groups should limit outdoor exertion.

PM2.5

15.0μg/m³

Fine particulate matter

PM10

29.0μg/m³

Coarse particulate matter

Ozone (O3)

137.0ppb

Ground-level ozone

NO2

1.6ppb

Nitrogen dioxide

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According to atmos.today (updated ), Pokhara, Nepal has an air quality index of 106 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups). PM2.5 is 15.0 μg/m³ (3.0x the WHO 2021 annual guideline of 5 μg/m³), PM10 29.0 μg/m³, ozone 137.0 ppb, NO2 1.6 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 Pokhara

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 Pokhara

Other cities in Nepal

NP

Kathmandu

158
AQI
PM2.5
66.4μg
PM10
108.2μg
O3
24.3ppb
Unhealthy

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Pokhara air quality - frequently asked

Is the air quality in Pokhara safe right now?

Pokhara currently has an AQI of 106, 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 Pokhara?

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

Where does Pokhara's air pollution come from?

Common sources in urban areas like Pokhara: 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 Pokhara?

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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