Padova Air Quality Forecast - Today, Tomorrow
Air Quality Today
Today (10 October): Air quality in Padova is moderate. AQI, PM2.5, and NO2 are moderate; PM10 and PM1 are fair; O3, SO2, CO, and HCHO are good. Pollution peaks around 11:00 PM (PM2.5: 48.2/100).
Air Quality Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026): Air quality in Padova is moderate. NO2 decreases to fair; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 12:00 AM (PM2.5: 48.7/100).
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Today - 10 October
| Pollutant | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Moderate | 48.2/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Moderate | 48.2/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Fair | 39.3/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Moderate | 41.8/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 17.1/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 1.5/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 1.5/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 5.6/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Fair | 32.3/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollutant | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Moderate | 48.7/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Moderate | 48.7/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Fair | 39.4/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Fair | 30.7/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 16.7/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 1.5/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 1.7/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 5.7/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Fair | 32.3/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
With buildings covering much of the area around the center of Padova, traffic and other urban emissions are the biggest local influence on air quality. Lying in the Po Valley, the area is prone to temperature inversions that hold pollutants near the ground when winds drop. Traffic on the A4 motorway and industry add to local emissions.
From June to September, strong sunshine and temperatures around 27°C drive ozone formation, with levels peaking in the afternoon. Later, the colder months, December to February, bring the most frequent inversions, when emissions from home heating and traffic are held close to the ground at around 4°C. On any given day, wind and rain matter most: breezy or wet weather disperses pollution, while calm, dry spells let it build.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality in Veneto
Is air quality bad in Padova right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall air quality in Padova is moderate. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 48.2/100. Pollution peaks around 11:00 PM (PM2.5: 48.2/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Padova?
On 11 October 2026, air quality conditions in Padova will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at moderate at 48.7/100. Pollution peaks around 12:00 AM (PM2.5: 48.7/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Padova?
From June to September, strong sunshine and temperatures around 27°C drive ozone formation, with levels peaking in the afternoon. Later, the colder months, December to February, bring the most frequent inversions, when emissions from home heating and traffic are held close to the ground at around 4°C. On any given day, wind and rain matter most: breezy or wet weather disperses pollution, while calm, dry spells let it build.
Are air quality levels in Padova 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.
Why doesn’t the forecast always reflect wildfire impacts?
Airmine’s forecast uses CAMS (Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service) as its background atmospheric model. While CAMS includes wildfire emissions, these are derived from satellite observations and are not available in real time. During rapidly evolving wildfire events, there may therefore be a delay before increased emissions are incorporated into the model. As a result, the forecast may temporarily underestimate PM₂.₅ and other pollutants associated with wildfire smoke.
During rapidly evolving wildfire events, CAMS may lag by approximately 1–2 days before increased wildfire emissions are fully represented, which can lead to temporary underestimation of PM₂.₅ concentrations in Airmine’s forecast.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 air quality scores represent risk levels, not direct air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
Air Quality
| Good | 0-20 | Low air quality risk. Air quality is expected to be good, with low levels of pollution. |
| Fair | 20-40 | Generally low air quality risk. Air quality is expected to be acceptable, with some pollution present. |
| Moderate | 40-60 | Moderate air quality risk. Air pollution is elevated and air quality may be less favorable. |
| Poor | 60-80 | High air quality risk. Air pollution is high and air quality is expected to be poor. |
| Very Poor | 80-100 | Very high air quality risk. Air pollution is very high and air quality is expected to be very poor. |