Worst air pollution Taishan, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Taishan is fair. AQI, NO2, and O3 are fair; PM2.5, PM10, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 4:00 PM (O3: 25.2/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Taishan is fair. NO2 decreases to good; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 1:00 PM (O3: 29.4/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Taishan in Guangdong reflects the flat Guangdong coastal plain position, with vehicle traffic on surrounding roads and the light manufacturing and agricultural corridor contributing local sources. South China Sea trade winds provide maritime ventilation, while the Pearl River Delta regional background influences readings and Taishan generally maintains moderate Guangdong coastal corridor readings throughout most of the year.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 16:00
AQI:
Fair
25.2/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
10.1/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
3.6/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Fair
22.7/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
25.2/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
5.1/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
6.7/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
10.4/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 13:00
AQI:
Fair
29.4/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
9.6/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
3.7/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
19.1/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
29.4/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
5.4/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
6.5/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
10.0/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Taishan right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Taishan is fair. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 25.2/100. Pollution peaks around 4:00 PM (O3: 25.2/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Taishan?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Taishan will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at fair at 29.4/100. Pollution peaks around 1:00 PM (O3: 29.4/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Taishan?
In Taishan, road traffic, manufacturing and food processing, along with crop farming are the main local sources, with conditions worsening when the sea breeze weakens. Sea breezes typically keep conditions in check, except during still weather. This coastal advantage is less pronounced during still, high-pressure weather.
Are air quality levels in Taishan 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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