Karachi’s air quality remained mostly in the moderate category, with several areas reporting satisfactory conditions, according to the latest air quality readings.
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DHA Phase 5 recorded the cleanest air quality among monitored areas, with a PM2.5 level of 54, followed by Clifton Block 4 with 67, both remaining within the moderate range.
Other areas including Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 14 recorded a PM2.5 level of 77, University Road 82, and Malir 88, with air quality remaining moderate and generally acceptable for the public.
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Mauripur reported a PM2.5 level of 75, also falling within the moderate category.
Shahrah-e-Faisal recorded the highest PM2.5 level among the monitored locations at 101, indicating comparatively poorer air quality, though conditions remained stable across most parts of the city.
The three-day forecast predicts this positive trend will continue with gradual improvement. Levels are expected to drop from 80 to 69 over the coming days.
This report has been 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.
