Current Air Quality Index & Pollutant Levels
Eastern Province, Qatar
Daily air quality forecast. PM2.5, PM10, O₃, NO₂, SO₂, CO.
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Eastern Province
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Health emergency: the entire population is likely to be affected. Stay indoors, avoid all physical activity outdoors, and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms.
μg/m³
Hourly forecast
AQI · PM2.5 μg/m³
18:0010145
19:0010046
20:0010048
21:0010147
22:0010045
23:0010043
00:0010042
01:009941
02:009742
03:0010044
04:0010049
05:0010055
06:0010263
07:0010069
08:0010071
09:0010164
10:0010056
11:0010052
12:009948
13:009443
14:009140
15:009138
16:009239
17:0010042
PM2.5
44.5μg/m³
297% of WHO limitExceeded
PM10
193.9μg/m³
431% of WHO limitExceeded
Ozone (O₃)
128.0μg/m³
128% of WHO limitExceeded
NO₂
7.8μg/m³
31% of WHO limitGood
SO₂
3.9μg/m³
10% of WHO limitGood
CO
139.2μg/m³
3% of WHO limitGood
Dust (AOD)
0.24AOD
Light Dust
Daily air quality forecast
Today100Very Poor100–101
Fri99Very Poor91–102
Sat98Very Poor81–103
Sun96Very Poor82–100
Mon99Very Poor96–101
European AQI Scale
0–20
Good
Air pollution poses little or no risk.
21–40
Fair
Acceptable for most; very sensitive people may notice symptoms.
41–60
Moderate
Children, elderly and people with conditions should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
61–80
Poor
Everyone may start to feel effects; sensitive groups risk more serious effects.
81–100
Very Poor
Health warning of emergency conditions; everyone is more likely to be affected.
100+
Hazardous
Health alert: serious effects for everyone — limit time outdoors.
The European Air Quality Index ranges from 0 (best) to 100+ (worst). It combines measurements of particulate matter and gas pollutants into a single number.
History — Past 30 days
min–maxAvg AQI
What are these pollutants?
PM2.5 — Fine particulate matter smaller than 2.5 micrometers. These particles are small enough to bypass the nose and throat, reaching deep into the lungs and even entering the bloodstream. Major sources include vehicle exhaust, industrial processes, and wildfires.
PM10 — Coarse particles smaller than 10 micrometers, including dust, pollen, and road surface wear. While larger than PM2.5, they still cause respiratory irritation and aggravate asthma.
O₃ — Ground-level ozone is not emitted directly — it forms when nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds react in sunlight. Higher in summer afternoons. Can trigger asthma attacks and reduce lung function.
NO₂ — Nitrogen dioxide comes primarily from vehicle engines and power plants. It inflames the lining of the airways, making the lungs more susceptible to infection.
SO₂ — Sulfur dioxide is released by burning fossil fuels containing sulfur, especially coal and oil. Even short exposure can constrict airways, particularly in people with asthma.
CO — Carbon monoxide is an odorless gas from incomplete combustion of fuels. Outdoors, it mainly comes from vehicle traffic. At elevated levels, it reduces the blood's ability to carry oxygen.
Dust (AOD) — AOD at 550nm. Above 0.3 = Saharan dust.
Air Quality FAQ
What is the Air Quality Index?
The European AQI is a number from 0 to 100+ that summarizes how clean or polluted the air is. It combines measurements of fine particles (PM2.5, PM10) and gases (ozone, NO₂, SO₂) into a single score. The higher the number, the worse the air quality and the greater the health risk.
Who is most sensitive to air pollution?
Children, the elderly, pregnant women, and people with asthma, COPD, or heart disease are most vulnerable. Even moderate pollution levels (AQI 41–60) can trigger symptoms in these groups. Athletes and outdoor workers also face higher exposure due to increased breathing rates.
How can I protect myself?
On high-pollution days: stay indoors with windows closed, use air purifiers with HEPA filters, avoid strenuous outdoor exercise (especially near busy roads), and check the AQI forecast before planning activities. Even on moderate days, sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
When is air quality typically worst?
Ozone peaks on hot, sunny afternoons (summer). Particle pollution (PM2.5) is often worst in winter due to heating and temperature inversions that trap pollutants near the ground. Rush-hour traffic causes NO₂ spikes morning and evening. Dust events and wildfires can cause sudden, severe spikes any time of year.
Data: Copernicus CAMS · CC-BY-4.0
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