Worst air pollution Abidjan, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Abidjan is fair. AQI and O3 are fair; PM2.5, PM10, NO2, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 12:00 PM (O3: 20.6/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Abidjan is fair. All pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 11:00 AM (O3: 24.1/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Abidjan's air quality reflects the flat Côte d'Ivoire Atlantic coastal position on the Ébrié Lagoon, with vehicle traffic on surrounding roads and the extraordinary vehicle density, industrial, and port corridor generating elevated PM2.5 and black carbon. Consistent Gulf of Guinea maritime breezes provide limited coastal ventilation, while dry season Harmattan dust from the Sahara elevates PM10 and Abidjan generally maintains moderate to elevated West African Atlantic coastal economic capital readings throughout the year.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 12:00
AQI:
Fair
20.6/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
10.0/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
3.9/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
0/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
20.6/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
0/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
5.9/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
6.1/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 11:00
AQI:
Fair
24.1/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
8.4/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
3.4/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
0/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
24.1/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
0/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
9.9/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
5.3/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Abidjan right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Abidjan is fair. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 20.6/100. Pollution peaks around 12:00 PM (O3: 20.6/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Abidjan?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Abidjan will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at fair at 24.1/100. Pollution peaks around 11:00 AM (O3: 24.1/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Abidjan?
In Abidjan, vehicle traffic along with shipbuilding and port operations are the main local sources, with conditions worsening when dry, windy weather picks up. Strong seasonal winds can lift dust from the surrounding dry terrain and push particulate levels sharply higher. Onshore breezes usually help clear the air, but pollution can build up when winds are light.
Are air quality levels in Abidjan 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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