South Korea

Chuncheon

Name: Chuncheon
Address: South Korea

112

Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

Air Quality Index

Updated Mar 21, 02:00 AM · Data from OpenAQ

Current Pollution Levels in Chuncheon

PM2.5

Sensitive

µg/m³

PM10

Moderate

µg/m³

O₃

—

0.0235

ppm

Chuncheon Air Quality 24-Hour Trend

Air Quality Analysis for Chuncheon

Chuncheon, South Korea air quality this morning is rated Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 112. The primary pollutant PM2.5 is measured at 40 µg/m³. PM10 (coarse particles) is at 59 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 35.3 µg/m³.

Health Recommendation

Sensitive groups in Chuncheon — including children, elderly, and those with asthma or heart disease — should limit prolonged outdoor activity. Consider wearing an N95 mask if spending extended time outdoors.

Outdoor Exercise

Reduce intensity

Window Ventilation

Keep windows closed

Recent Chuncheon Air Quality Measurements

Time	AQI	PM2.5	PM10
02:00 AM	112	40	59
01:00 AM	107	38	56
12:00 AM	87	29	47
11:55 PM	87	29	47
11:22 PM	105	37	56
11:08 PM	110	39	65

Frequently Asked Questions

Is air quality in Chuncheon safe today?

Chuncheon air quality is unhealthy for sensitive groups today (AQI 112). Children, elderly, and people with respiratory conditions should limit prolonged outdoor exposure.

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 Chuncheon?

With Chuncheon's AQI at 112, wearing an N95 mask is recommended for outdoor activities, especially for sensitive groups. PM2.5 levels are at 40 µg/m³, which exceeds the EPA moderate threshold.