Worst air pollution Reykjavík, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Reykjavík is fair. AQI, PM2.5, and O3 are fair; PM10, NO2, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 12:00 AM (PM2.5: 21.9/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Reykjavík is good. AQI improves to good; PM2.5 decreases to good; O3 decreases to good; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 4:00 AM (O3: 19.8/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Reykjavík's air quality is exceptional by global standards, with the North Atlantic Ocean's powerful subarctic westerlies and the famous Faxaflói Bay coastal position providing among the world's most powerful and consistent natural urban ventilation. Vehicle traffic on surrounding roads and the geothermal energy operations contribute local sources, while the extraordinary subarctic maritime exposure, the frequent Atlantic storm systems, and the absence of significant industry generally maintain Reykjavík among the world's cleanest major capital city environments throughout most of the year.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 00:00
AQI:
Fair
21.9/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Fair
21.9/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
8.7/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
0.7/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
20.6/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
2.4/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
0.3/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
12.1/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 04:00
AQI:
Good
19.8/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
13.0/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
5.7/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
0.6/100
O3 (ozone):
Good
19.8/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
2.5/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
0.4/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
3.9/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Reykjavík right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Reykjavík is fair. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 21.9/100. Pollution peaks around 12:00 AM (PM2.5: 21.9/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Reykjavík?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Reykjavík will be better than today, with AQI forecast at good at 19.8/100. Pollution peaks around 4:00 AM (O3: 19.8/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Reykjavík?
The biggest local contributor to pollution in Reykjavík is road traffic, particularly once dry, windy weather picks up. Strong seasonal winds can lift dust from the surrounding dry terrain and push particulate levels sharply higher. Sea breezes typically keep conditions in check, except during still weather.
Are air quality levels in Reykjavík 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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