What is the Current PM2.5 Level?
New Delhi
The current PM2.5 level in New Delhi based on the average air quality level across the city is 167 µg/m³, which is considered unsafe for the citizens.
The current PM2.5 level in New Delhi is 11.13x Above the recommended WHO guideline of 15 µg/m³.
AQI Graph
Historical Air Quality Data
New Delhi
India 2019 PM2.5 Death Toll
PM2.5 annual mean levels
83µg/m³
each person's annual mean exposure 16.6 times WHO's guideline.
70
Deaths per 100,000 people
attributable to fine particle pollution in 2019 (979,682 in total in the country).
Death percentage as per diseases
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
lower respiratory infections
stroke
ischemic heart disease
tracheal, bronchus, and lung cancer
Type 2 Diabetes
neonatal disorders
PM2.5 particles, with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less, are approximately 30 times smaller than a human hair, making them a significant yet often unseen threat to air quality.
Uncovering the Sources of Particulate Matter (PM2.5): Where Does It Come From?
Windblown Dust
Daily activities like construction or other practices
Home-related emission
Household activities, such as cooking and heating
Factories and industries' emission
Regular operations in factories and industries
Power plants generation
Emission from Routine energy production in power plants
Landfill fires
Fires in landfills, often caused by waste mismanagement
Transportation emission
Diesel operated Daily vehicles produces exhaust
Human-caused emissions
Common practices like open burning of waste or agricultural residuesShort-Term PM2.5 Exposure Impacts
Irritation in Eyes
Redness, itching, and discomfort in your eyes
Headaches
Frequent or intense headaches.
Fatigue
Feeling unusually tired or weak.
Aggravated asthma
Increased asthma attacks and symptoms.
Breathing problems
Coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.Health Advice Based on Current PM2.5 Level In
New Delhi
11.0Cigarettes per day
Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 11.0 cigarettes a day.
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Air Quality FAQs
at New Delhi
Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality
What is the current PM2.5 level in New Delhi?
The current real-time PM2.5 level in New Delhi is 167 µg/m³ (Severe). This was last updated 0 second ago .
When was the best PM2.5 level in New Delhi in the last 24 hours?
The best PM2.5 level was 59 µg/m³ (Moderate) at 5:04 PM, Nov 15, 2024 during the last 24 hours.
When was the worst PM2.5 level in New Delhi in the last 24 hours?
The worst PM2.5 level was 382 µg/m³ (Hazardous) at 12:04 PM during the last 24 hours.
What is the current trend of PM2.5 levels in New Delhi during last 24 hours?
The PM2.5 levels in New Delhi have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 382 µg/m³ at 12:04 PM, lowest 59 µg/m³ at 5:04 PM, Nov 15, 2024.
What actions are recommended as per the current PM2.5 level in New Delhi?
Current PM2.5 levels are 'Very Unhealthy,' it is recommended to stay indoors, limit outdoor activities, use air purifiers, and wear masks if going outside is necessary.