Karachi’s air quality displayed a mixed pattern on Saturday evening, with conditions varying from moderate to unhealthy for sensitive groups across different parts of the city.
Latest AQI readings at 6:35 PM showed Gulistan-e-Johar as the most polluted area with a PM2.5 level of 128, placing it in the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category.
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Shahra-e-Faisal recorded 87 PM2.5, followed closely by Malir at 73, both indicating moderate air quality conditions.
Moderate air quality was also observed in several other areas, including Gulshan-e-Iqbal Block 14 at 72, Mauripur at 71, and University Road at 68.
Clifton Block 4 registered 63 PM2.5, while DHA Phase 5 recorded the lowest level at 47, making it the comparatively cleanest area in the latest assessment.
The three-day outlook suggests deteriorating air quality, with Sunday expected at 139 PM2.5, rising further to 174 on Monday, and 136 on Tuesday, keeping conditions in the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category across Karachi.
Residents with respiratory issues are advised to monitor daily AQI readings. Children, elderly citizens, and those with pre-existing health conditions should limit outdoor exposure on days when pollution exceeds 100 PM2.5.
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 he
