Worst air pollution Zhaoqing, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Zhaoqing is fair. O3 is fair; AQI and NO2 are medium; PM2.5, PM10, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 6:00 AM (NO2: 41.2/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Zhaoqing is fair. All pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 11:00 PM (NO2: 41.6/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Zhaoqing's air quality reflects the Guangdong Pearl River delta western position at the North River confluence, with vehicle traffic on surrounding expressways and the building materials, manufacturing, and logistics corridor contributing local sources. Pearl River delta sea breezes provide seasonal ventilation, while the surrounding Danxia Mountain hills create topographic variation and Zhaoqing generally maintains moderate Pearl River delta western corridor readings throughout most of the year.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 06:00
AQI:
Medium
41.2/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
10.8/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
3.5/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Medium
41.2/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
32.2/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
4.9/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
13.0/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
12.4/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 23:00
AQI:
Medium
41.6/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
14.5/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
4.6/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Medium
41.6/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
32.4/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
5.5/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
12.2/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
17.2/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Zhaoqing right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Zhaoqing is fair. O3 is the main pollutant at 32.2/100. Pollution peaks around 6:00 AM (NO2: 41.2/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Zhaoqing?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Zhaoqing will be similar to today, with O3 forecast at fair at 32.4/100. Pollution peaks around 11:00 PM (NO2: 41.6/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Zhaoqing?
Zhaoqing usually sees its poorest air quality when road traffic together with light manufacturing coincide with periods when maritime winds die down. Onshore breezes usually help clear the air, but pollution can build up when winds are light. This natural ventilation is one reason coastal areas often see better readings than inland cities.
Are air quality levels in Zhaoqing 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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