South Africa

Cape Town

Name: Cape Town
Address: South Africa

Moderate

Air Quality Index

Updated Mar 20, 11:09 PM · Data from OpenAQ

Current Pollution Levels in Cape Town

PM2.5

Moderate

17.609

µg/m³

PM10

Moderate

60.705

µg/m³

O₃

N/A

—

ppm

Cape Town Air Quality 24-Hour Trend

Air Quality Analysis for Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa air quality this morning is rated Moderate with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 63. The primary pollutant PM2.5 is measured at 17.609 µg/m³. PM10 (coarse particles) is at 60.705 µg/m³.

The current PM2.5 level exceeds the WHO annual guideline of 15 µg/m³ but remains within the 24-hour limit of 45 µg/m³. Long-term exposure at this level may still affect sensitive individuals.

PM2.5 levels are stable, staying close to the recent average of 17.6 µg/m³.

Health Recommendation

Air quality in Cape Town is acceptable. Most people can enjoy outdoor activities normally. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion.

Outdoor Exercise

Acceptable for most

Window Ventilation

OK for short periods

Recent Cape Town Air Quality Measurements

Time	AQI	PM2.5	PM10
11:09 PM	63	17.609	60.705

Frequently Asked Questions

Is air quality in Cape Town safe today?

Cape Town air quality is moderate today with an AQI of 63. Most people can safely go outside, but unusually sensitive individuals may experience minor symptoms.

What AQI level is considered unhealthy?

According to EPA standards, AQI 0-50 is Good, 51-100 is Moderate, 101-150 is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, 151-200 is Unhealthy, 201-300 is Very Unhealthy, and above 300 is Hazardous. The WHO recommends annual PM2.5 levels below 15 µg/m³ for optimal health.

Should I wear a mask today in Cape Town?

With Cape Town's current AQI of 63, masks are generally not necessary for most people. However, if you have respiratory conditions, a mask may provide additional comfort.