Karachi‘s air quality recorded at moderate levels, with most districts show clean and healthy conditions.
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This sustained “Moderate” air quality confirms that summer weather patterns are still providing effective cleansing.
DHA Phase 5 recorded the cleanest air quality with an outstanding PM2.5 level of 51, falling in the “Good” category.
Mauripur followed with a PM2.5 reading of 64, while Clifton Block 4 recorded 76, both remaining in the “Moderate” range.
Gulistan-e-Johar (83), Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 14 (77), and Malir (81) also reported “Moderate” air quality conditions, with pollution levels remaining within acceptable limits.
Aram Bagh recorded a slightly higher PM2.5 level of 96, still within the “Moderate” category, while Shahra-e-Faisal reported the highest reading among monitored areas at 111, placing it in the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” range.
The three-day forecast suggests air quality is expected to remain relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations expected during the week. Levels are likely to remain within the moderate range across most parts of the city.
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.
