Quick answer
Is the air quality good in Lahore right now? Lahore, Pakistan currently has an Air Quality Index of 113, classified as Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. PM2.5 is 17.6 μg/m³ (3.5x 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 ), Lahore, Pakistan has an air quality index of 113 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups). PM2.5 is 17.6 μg/m³ (3.5x the WHO 2021 annual guideline of 5 μg/m³), PM10 39.6 μg/m³, ozone 194.0 ppb, NO2 3.2 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 Lahore
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Lahore air quality - frequently asked
Is the air quality in Lahore safe right now?
Lahore currently has an AQI of 113, 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 Lahore?
PM2.5 in Lahore is currently 17.6 μg/m³. WHO guideline is 5 μg/m³ annual / 15 μg/m³ daily. Within WHO short-term safe range.
Where does Lahore's air pollution come from?
Common sources in urban areas like Lahore: 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 Lahore?
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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