Worst air pollution Chongzuo, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Chongzuo is poor. AQI and O3 are poor; PM2.5 and PM1 are fair; NO2 and SO2 are medium; PM10, CO, and HCHO are good. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (O3: 70.3/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Chongzuo is poor. All pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 3:00 PM (O3: 63.5/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Chongzuo's air quality reflects the flat Guangxi Zuo River valley's border position with Vietnam, with vehicle traffic on surrounding expressways and the sugarcane processing, border trade, and manufacturing corridor contributing local sources. Consistent South China southerly winds provide seasonal ventilation, while the sugarcane processing's organic emissions add a characteristic signature and Chongzuo generally maintains moderate Guangxi southwestern corridor readings throughout most of the year.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 14:00
AQI:
Poor
70.3/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Fair
28.3/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
8.1/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Medium
41.4/100
O3 (ozone):
Poor
70.3/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Medium
46.1/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
16.0/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Fair
34.4/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 15:00
AQI:
Poor
63.5/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Fair
26.5/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
7.3/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Medium
41.4/100
O3 (ozone):
Poor
63.5/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Medium
46.1/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
17.2/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Fair
32.9/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Chongzuo right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Chongzuo is poor. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 70.3/100. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (O3: 70.3/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Chongzuo?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Chongzuo will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at poor at 63.5/100. Pollution peaks around 3:00 PM (O3: 63.5/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Chongzuo?
Pollution in Chongzuo typically rises when traffic on the surrounding roads along with light manufacturing combine, especially once weather conditions turn unfavourable. Background emissions and local weather both shape how conditions change from day to day. Conditions can otherwise vary considerably with the weather.
Are air quality levels in Chongzuo based on measurements or forecasts?
It is forecasts derived by downscaling forecasts provided by EU’s Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) by taking into account local conditions such as traffic patterns. CAMS bases its forecast on satellite measurements of particles and chemical compounds in the atmosphere. Airmine’s services were developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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