Worst air pollution Foshan, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Foshan is fair. AQI, PM2.5, NO2, O3, and PM1 are fair; PM10, SO2, CO, and HCHO are good. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (O3: 38.6/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Foshan is fair. AQI improves to medium; O3 decreases to medium; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 4:00 PM (O3: 44.8/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Foshan's air quality reflects the Pearl River Delta's flat alluvial plain adjacent to Guangzhou, with vehicle traffic on surrounding expressways and the extraordinary ceramics, furniture, and manufacturing corridor generating elevated industrial PM2.5. Consistent South China Sea trade winds provide maritime ventilation, while the Delta's industrial concentration elevates regional background and the ceramics industry's distinctive kiln emissions represent Foshan's most locally unique air quality contribution throughout the year.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 14:00
AQI:
Fair
38.6/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Fair
23.0/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
6.6/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Fair
27.1/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
38.6/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
6.1/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
10.2/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Fair
28.4/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 16:00
AQI:
Medium
44.8/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Fair
22.5/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
6.7/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Fair
26.9/100
O3 (ozone):
Medium
44.8/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
4.4/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
10.4/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Fair
27.0/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Foshan right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Foshan is fair. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 38.6/100. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (O3: 38.6/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Foshan?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Foshan will be similar to today, with PM1 forecast at fair at 27.0/100. Pollution peaks around 4:00 PM (O3: 44.8/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Foshan?
The biggest local contributors to pollution in Foshan are vehicle traffic and manufacturing activity, particularly once dry, windy weather picks up. These wind events can carry dust in from the surrounding arid landscape. Sea breezes typically keep conditions in check, except during still weather.
Are air quality levels in Foshan 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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