Bucharest vs Warsaw

Live AQI Comparison

Updated 32m ago · Data from OpenAQ

Bucharest

Romania

Moderate

PM2.512.58514 µg/m³

PM1017.10278 µg/m³

Warsaw

Poland

231

Very Unhealthy

PM2.5181 µg/m³

PM10194.9 µg/m³

Verdict

Warsaw currently has worse air quality than Bucharest (AQI 179 points higher). Sensitive groups in Warsaw should limit outdoor activity.

Bucharest vs Warsaw Air Quality Analysis

Based on the latest measurements, Warsaw has an AQI of 231 compared to Bucharest's AQI of 52. The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends annual PM2.5 levels below 15 µg/m³ and 24-hour levels below 45 µg/m³.

Current PM2.5 levels exceed the EPA "Moderate" threshold of 35.4 µg/m³. People with respiratory conditions, children, and the elderly should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exposure.

Air quality can change rapidly due to weather patterns, traffic, and industrial activity. Check back hourly for the latest comparison between Bucharest and Warsaw.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which city has worse air quality today, Bucharest or Warsaw?

Warsaw currently has worse air quality with an AQI of 231 compared to Bucharest's AQI of 52. This data is updated hourly from government monitoring stations.

Is it safer to be in Bucharest or Warsaw right now?

Based on current AQI levels, Bucharest (AQI 52) has safer air quality than Warsaw (AQI 231). People in Warsaw should consider limiting outdoor activities.

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