Karachi‘s air quality remained in the moderate range on Monday, with all monitored areas recording AQI levels between 52 to 87, according to the latest readings.
Data collected at 5:50pm on August 24 showed that air quality remained moderate across the city, with no monitored area entering the unhealthy category.
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Areas including Aram Bagh (87), Shahra-e-Faisal (86), Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 14 (78), University Road (79), Garden (73), Gulistan-e-Johar (70), Mauripur (69), DHA Phase 5 (52), and Clifton Block 4 (64) all fell within the “Moderate” category.
DHA Phase 5 recorded the lowest AQI at 52, while Aram Bagh had the highest reading at 87 among the monitored locations.
The latest readings indicate relatively stable air quality across Karachi, although several areas remain closer to the upper end of the moderate range.
The three-day forecast points to a slight decline in AQI levels, with readings projected at 95 on August 25, 93 on August 26, and 91 on August 27, keeping conditions within the moderate category.
Residents are advised to continue monitoring local AQI readings, as air quality can vary between different parts of the city.
This news report is 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.
