Worst air pollution Dazaifu, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Dazaifu is poor. AQI and O3 are poor; PM2.5, PM10, NO2, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 1:00 PM (O3: 60.2/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Dazaifu is poor. NO2 increases to fair; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 12:00 PM (O3: 68.2/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Dazaifu's air quality reflects the Fukuoka Prefecture southern suburban position adjacent to the famous Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine, with vehicle traffic on surrounding roads and the tourism, residential, and commercial character contributing local sources. Consistent Hakata Bay maritime breezes provide background ventilation, while the broader Fukuoka metropolitan regional background and transboundary Chinese and Korean industrial pollution on westerly winds are the primary air quality concerns and Dazaifu generally maintains moderate Fukuoka metropolitan southern heritage corridor readings.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 13:00
AQI:
Poor
60.2/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
14.9/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
5.9/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
16.4/100
O3 (ozone):
Poor
60.2/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
8.6/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
6.6/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
15.1/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 12:00
AQI:
Poor
68.2/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
13.2/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
3.7/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Fair
27.6/100
O3 (ozone):
Poor
68.2/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
10.4/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
9.0/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
18.0/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Dazaifu right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Dazaifu is poor. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 60.2/100. Pollution peaks around 1:00 PM (O3: 60.2/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Dazaifu?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Dazaifu will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at poor at 68.2/100. Pollution peaks around 12:00 PM (O3: 68.2/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Dazaifu?
In Dazaifu, vehicle traffic together with seasonal tourism traffic 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. Sea breezes typically keep conditions in check, except during still weather.
Are air quality levels in Dazaifu 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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