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Date: 24th Aug 2026

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78

Moderate (51 - 100)

PM 2.5

46

PM 10

56

The AQI value in New Delhi is 78, indicating Moderate air quality. PM2.5 is at 46 µg/m³ and PM10 at 56 µg/m³ , showing a moderate level of pollutants. Ozone (O3) has a concentration of 28 ppb , and NO2 is at 4 ppb , which may slightly affect sensitive individuals. The temperature is 33°C, making it a good day for most people to enjoy outdoor activities, but sensitive groups should limit prolonged exposure.

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Moderate

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Updated: 24 Aug 2026, 11:00am

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Major AQI Pollutants

Particular Matter

PM2.5

46

µg/m³

Particular Matter

PM10

56

µg/m³

Carbon Monoxide

CO

281

ppb

Sulphar Dioxide

SO2

2

ppb

Nitrogen Dioxide

NO2

4

ppb

Ozone

O3

28

ppb

Weekly AQI Comparison in New-delhi

Last updated on: 24th Aug 2026

DaysIndexAQI Status
12th Aug, Wed
115Poor
13th Aug, Thu
115Poor
14th Aug, Fri
115Poor
15th Aug, Sat
115Poor
16th Aug, Sun
115Poor
17th Aug, Mon
115Poor
18th Aug, Tue
115Poor

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