Karachi‘s air quality presented a mixed picture, with several districts showing elevated readings. The city’s “Moderate” air streak continues, but with growing localized concerns.
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DHA Phase 5 recorded the best air at an AQI of 51, nearly reaching the “Good” category. Clifton Block 4 followed at 66, also remaining in the healthy “Moderate” range.
Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 14 (75) and University Road (76) stayed comfortably in the “Moderate” category. Garden (84) also remained within the Moderate range.
Malir (103) moved into the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” range. Gulistan-e-Johar (109), Aram Bagh (110), and Shahra-e-Faisal (129) recorded higher pollution levels, with Shahra-e-Faisal reporting the highest reading among the monitored areas.
The three-day forecast predicts this mixed trend will stabilize with consistent levels. Readings are expected to remain between 73 and 74 through mid-week.
This “Moderate” air quality with localized spikes suggests summer weather patterns are weakening. The city’s prolonged clean streak is showing signs of strain in some areas.
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.
