Worst air pollution Vijayavāda, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Vijayavāda is fair. PM2.5, O3, and PM1 are fair; AQI, NO2, and SO2 are medium; PM10, CO, and HCHO are good. Pollution peaks around 7:30 PM (NO2: 51.5/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Vijayavāda is fair. SO2 increases to fair; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 12:30 AM (NO2: 45.3/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Vijayavāda's air quality reflects the Andhra Pradesh Krishna River delta's flat coastal plain position, with vehicle traffic on surrounding expressways and the manufacturing, construction, and agricultural corridor contributing local sources. Consistent Bay of Bengal sea breezes provide maritime ventilation, while the dry northeast monsoon concentrates emissions and Vijayawada generally maintains moderate to elevated South Indian delta corridor metropolitan readings throughout most of the year.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 19:30
AQI:
Medium
51.5/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Fair
37.3/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
14.0/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Medium
51.5/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
33.4/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Medium
40.3/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
9.0/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Fair
35.3/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 00:30
AQI:
Medium
45.3/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Fair
34.4/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
13.7/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Medium
45.3/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
30.7/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Fair
34.5/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
8.8/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Fair
31.5/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Vijayavāda right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Vijayavāda is fair. PM2.5 is the main pollutant at 37.3/100. Pollution peaks around 7:30 PM (NO2: 51.5/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Vijayavāda?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Vijayavāda will be similar to today, with SO2 forecast at fair at 34.5/100. Pollution peaks around 12:30 AM (NO2: 45.3/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Vijayavāda?
In Vijayavāda, vehicle traffic, textile and manufacturing operations, as well as ongoing construction work are the main local sources, with conditions worsening when the monsoon rains ease off. Rainfall through the monsoon usually keeps levels in check. Maritime airflow normally ventilates the area well, though calmer spells let levels rise.
Are air quality levels in Vijayavāda 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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