Worst air pollution Echizen, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Echizen is medium. AQI and O3 are medium; PM2.5, PM10, NO2, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (O3: 56.4/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Echizen is medium. All pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 12:00 PM (O3: 58.9/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Echizen's air quality reflects the Fukui Prefecture Sea of Japan coastal position adjacent to the Echizen washi paper and ceramic heritage corridor, with vehicle traffic on surrounding roads and the traditional paper making, ceramic, and agricultural corridor contributing distinctive craft organic aerosols alongside primary vehicle sources. Consistent Sea of Japan maritime breezes provide coastal ventilation, while the traditional washi paper and ceramic operations' distinctive organic and kiln emissions represent Echizen's most culturally unique air quality characteristics throughout the year.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 14:00
AQI:
Medium
56.4/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
15.0/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
5.3/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
5.2/100
O3 (ozone):
Medium
56.4/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
2.5/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
6.5/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
13.6/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 12:00
AQI:
Medium
58.9/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
16.9/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
5.6/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
5.4/100
O3 (ozone):
Medium
58.9/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
1.3/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
6.0/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
17.7/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Echizen right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Echizen is medium. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 56.4/100. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (O3: 56.4/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Echizen?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Echizen will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at medium at 58.9/100. Pollution peaks around 12:00 PM (O3: 58.9/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Echizen?
Air quality in Echizen tends to be worse when road traffic, manufacturing and food processing, and agricultural burning build up and the sea breeze weakens. Maritime airflow normally ventilates the area well, though calmer spells let levels rise. This natural ventilation is one reason coastal areas often see better readings than inland cities.
Are air quality levels in Echizen 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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