Karachi’s air quality showed significant improvement on Sunday evening, with several areas recording “Good” ratings.
The Karachi AQI saw DHA Phase 5 achieve the cleanest air at just 27 PM2.5. This marks a welcome decline from previous days of unhealthy pollution levels.
According to data at 7:00 PM, Clifton Block 4 also recorded “Good” air quality at 62 PM2.5. Several other areas reported moderate levels within safe limits. Aram Bagh measured 88, while Shahra-e-Faisal recorded 73 PM2.5.
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Gulistan-e-Johar showed 85 PM2.5, followed by University Road at 79. Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 14 recorded 66 PM2.5, the highest among monitored locations but still within the moderate range.
The three-day forecast indicates continued good to moderate air quality. Monday, June 15, is predicted at 79 PM2.5 in the moderate range. Tuesday, June 16, may see a slight rise to 81, while Wednesday, June 17, is forecast at 75 PM2.5, remaining moderate.
This news report is produced in collaboration with Climate Action Center Karachi.
Karachi Air Quality
How many categories are there to measure Air Quality?
AQI 0–50: Good
The air quality is considered excellent, with minimal or no risk to public health. There are no necessary precautions for the general population.
AQI 51–100: Moderate
Air quality is generally acceptable; however, there may be a slight health concern for a small number of individuals who are unusually sensitive to air pollution. Active children, adults, and people with respiratory conditions like asthma should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activity.
AQI 101–150: Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Sensitive individuals, such as those with asthma or other respiratory issues, may begin to experience health effects, although the general population is unlikely to be affected. It is advised that active children, adults, and those with respiratory conditions limit extended outdoor exertion.
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AQI 151–200: Unhealthy
Health effects may begin to affect everyone, with sensitive groups potentially experiencing more serious symptoms. Active children and adults, and people with respiratory illnesses should avoid prolonged outdoor activity, while others—especially children—should reduce outdoor exertion.
AQI 201–300: Very Unhealthy
This range signals emergency-level health warnings. The entire population is more likely to experience adverse health effects. Those with respiratory conditions and active individuals should avoid all outdoor activity, while everyone else, particularly children, should limit time spent outdoors.
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AQI 300+: Hazardous
Air quality is extremely poor, posing a serious risk to health for everyone. A health alert is in effect, and all outdoor exertion should be avoided by the entire population.
