Christchurch Air Quality Index
Updated 1 Apr, 10:06 am
Air Quality Index — Christchurch
16
Good
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Air quality is excellent. Enjoy outdoor activities freely.
Pollutant levels
| Pollutant | Description | Level |
|---|---|---|
| PM2.5 | Fine particulate matter (<2.5µm) | 5 µg/m³ |
| PM10 | Coarse particulate matter (<10µm) | 7.4 µg/m³ |
European Air Quality Index scale
0–20 (Good): Air quality is excellent. No health impacts expected.
21–40 (Fair): Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals may notice minor effects.
41–60 (Moderate): Sensitive groups may experience mild effects. General population unaffected.
61–80 (Poor): People with respiratory or heart conditions should reduce outdoor activity.
81–100 (Very Poor): Everyone should reduce outdoor exertion. Sensitive groups should stay indoors.
100+ (Extremely Poor): Health alert. Avoid all outdoor activities. Keep windows closed.
Air quality data from Open-Meteo using the European Air Quality Index (EAQI).
Frequently asked questions
What is the air quality in Christchurch today?
The air quality index in Christchurch today is 16 (European AQI), rated "Good". PM2.5 is 5 µg/m³. PM10 is 7.4 µg/m³.
Is the air quality safe in Christchurch?
Yes, the air quality in Christchurch is currently good with an AQI of 16. Outdoor activities are safe for everyone.
What is the European Air Quality Index?
The European Air Quality Index (EAQI) rates air quality on a scale from 0 (Good) to 100+ (Extremely Poor). It considers pollutants including PM2.5 and PM10. Values below 40 are generally considered safe for outdoor activities.