Worst air pollution Matsuzaka, today and tomorrow
Today (16 July): Air quality in Matsuzaka is poor. AQI and O3 are poor; NO2 and PM1 are fair; PM2.5, PM10, SO2, CO, and HCHO are good. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (O3: 67.3/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Matsuzaka is poor. All pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (O3: 66.2/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
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Matsuzaka's air quality reflects the Mie Prefecture Ise Bay coastal plain position famous for its Matsusaka beef, with vehicle traffic on surrounding roads and the beef cattle operations — Matsusaka producing Japan's most prestigious wagyu — and manufacturing corridor contributing distinctive cattle ammonia and organic aerosols alongside primary vehicle sources. Consistent Ise Bay maritime breezes provide coastal ventilation, while the exceptional wagyu operations' distinctive agricultural emissions represent Matsuzaka's most locally unique air quality characteristic throughout the year.
Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 14:00
AQI:
Poor
67.3/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
17.1/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
4.9/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Fair
25.8/100
O3 (ozone):
Poor
67.3/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
11.2/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
18.6/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Fair
21.6/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 14:00
AQI:
Poor
66.2/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Good
19.8/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Good
5.7/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Fair
22.4/100
O3 (ozone):
Poor
66.2/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
8.1/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.0/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
17.4/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Fair
24.3/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Matsuzaka right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Matsuzaka is poor. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 67.3/100. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (O3: 67.3/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Matsuzaka?
On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Matsuzaka will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at poor at 66.2/100. Pollution peaks around 2:00 PM (O3: 66.2/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Matsuzaka?
Air quality in Matsuzaka tends to be worse when traffic emissions, light manufacturing, and agricultural activity build up and maritime winds die down. Onshore breezes usually help clear the air, but pollution can build up when winds are light. This coastal advantage is less pronounced during still, high-pressure weather.
Are air quality levels in Matsuzaka 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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