Karachi’s air quality showed a noticeable decline on Monday, with one of the city’s busiest areas reaching unhealthy levels. While most districts remained in the “Moderate” category, air pollution continued to pose concerns in some locations.
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DHA Phase 5 recorded the best air quality with a PM2.5 reading of 64, followed by Clifton Block 4 at 83, both remaining in the “Moderate” range.
Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 14 (86), Malir (87), and University Road (95) also stayed within the “Moderate” category, indicating acceptable air quality for the general public.
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Shahra-e-Faisal reported the highest PM2.5 reading of 150, placing it in the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category and marking the poorest air quality among the monitored locations.
The three-day forecast predicts relatively stable air quality with minor fluctuations. PM2.5 levels are expected to remain between 84 and 90 through mid-week.
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.
