Karachi’s air quality remained in the moderate range across most monitored areas on Saturday evening, with PM2.5 readings varying across different parts of the city as recorded at 6:10 PM on July 11, 2026.
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University Road recorded the highest reading in Saturday’s Karachi Air Quality Index at PM2.5: 82, while Shahra-e-Faisal followed at PM2.5: 80, both remaining within the moderate category.
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Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 14 came in at PM2.5: 69, sitting comfortably within moderate range.
Clifton Block 4 recorded PM2.5: 60, while Mauripur registered PM2.5: 63, both reflecting acceptable air quality conditions.
DHA Phase 5 recorded the lowest reading of the evening at PM2.5: 54, approaching the lower end of the moderate range, while North Nazimabad came in at PM2.5: 57, the cleanest reading of all monitored areas and close to the good category threshold.
Overall, Saturday’s Karachi Air Quality Index showed all monitored locations within the moderate range, with no area crossing into unhealthy territory, a positive picture compared to some of the more concerning readings seen in recent weeks.
However, the three-day air quality forecast paints a less encouraging picture for the days ahead.
PM2.5 levels are expected to rise sharply to 128 on both July 12 and July 13, crossing into the unhealthy for sensitive people category, before easing back to 81 on July 14.
Residents with respiratory conditions, children, the elderly, and those with heart conditions are advised to monitor air quality updates closely and limit prolonged outdoor exposure during July 12 and 13 when conditions are expected to deteriorate.
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.
