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🇬🇧Air Quality in London, United Kingdom

07:56:00 PM · Air Quality Report

Air quality in London is good right now (US AQI 47).

47
US AQI
050100150200300
😊Good
Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.
European AQI22Good
0–50
51–100
101–150
151–200
201–300
300+

Pollutant Levels

Compared to WHO 24-hour guideline values

PM2.5
9.4μg/m³
Within WHO limits
WHO limit 15 μg/m³
Fine particles that penetrate deep into lungs. Main contributor to respiratory disease.
PM10
16.5μg/m³
Within WHO limits
WHO limit 45 μg/m³
Coarse particles from dust, pollen, and mould. Can irritate eyes and airways.
Ozone (O₃)
56.0μg/m³
Within WHO limits
WHO limit 100 μg/m³
Ground-level ozone formed by chemical reactions. Can cause breathing problems.
NO₂
24.5μg/m³
Within WHO limits
WHO limit 25 μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide mainly from vehicle exhausts. Inflames airways and reduces immunity.
SO₂
1.5μg/m³
Within WHO limits
WHO limit 40 μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide from burning fossil fuels. Irritates the respiratory system.
CO
0.2mg/m³
Within WHO limits
WHO limit 4 mg/m³
Carbon monoxide from incomplete combustion. Reduces oxygen delivery to organs.

Pollen Count

Grains per cubic metre · Relevant for allergy sufferers

🌿
Grass Pollen
Most common allergy trigger in summer
14
Low
Very LowLowMediumHighVery High
🌳
Birch Pollen
Tree pollen — peaks in spring
0
Very Low
Very LowLowMediumHighVery High
🌲
Alder Pollen
Early spring tree pollen
0
Very Low
Very LowLowMediumHighVery High
🌾
Ragweed Pollen
Late summer / autumn weed pollen
0
Very Low
Very LowLowMediumHighVery High

Health Recommendations

🏃Exercise

Ideal for outdoor workouts. No restrictions — enjoy running, cycling, or any activity outdoors.

🪟Ventilation

Great time to open windows and let fresh air in. Indoor ventilation is safe and recommended.

👶Children & Elderly

No special precautions needed. All groups can safely enjoy outdoor activities.

😷Mask

No mask needed. Air quality is satisfactory for the general population.

Weather data by Open-Meteo · CC BY 4.0

About Air Quality Index

Monitor local air quality in real-time with both US AQI and European AQI scales. Track pollutants like PM2.5, PM10, ozone, nitrogen dioxide, and more. Pollen counts are also included to help those with allergies plan their day.

How to use this page

  • Search any city: Type a city name to see air quality data for that location worldwide.
  • My Location: Click to share your location and view air quality conditions where you are right now.
  • AQI scales: Choose between US AQI (0–500) and European AQI (0–500) depending on your region's standard.
  • Pollutant details: Expand each pollutant type to see individual readings and health recommendations.
  • Pollen tracking: Monitor grass, birch, alder, and ragweed pollen levels for allergy management.

Air quality data facts

  • PM2.5 (Fine particles): Tiny particles that penetrate deep into lungs. Main contributor to respiratory disease.
  • PM10 (Coarse particles): Larger particles from dust, pollen, and mould. Can irritate eyes and airways.
  • Ozone (O₃): Ground-level ozone formed by chemical reactions. High levels can cause breathing problems.
  • Nitrogen Dioxide (NO₂): Mainly from vehicle exhausts. Inflames airways and reduces immunity.
  • US AQI: Scale from 0 (Good) to 500+ (Hazardous). Higher numbers mean more health concerns.
  • Pollen levels: Measured in grains per cubic meter. Higher counts affect people with allergies more severely.