Worst air pollution Tendō, today and tomorrow

Today (16 July): Air quality in Tendō is fair. AQI, NO2, O3, and HCHO are fair; PM2.5, PM10, SO2, CO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 11:00 AM (O3: 35.3/100).
Tomorrow (17 July 2026): Air quality in Tendō is fair. HCHO decreases to good; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 12:00 PM (O3: 35.2/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.

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Tendō's air quality reflects the Yamagata Prefecture Mogami River valley position, with vehicle traffic on surrounding roads and the shogi chess piece manufacturing — Tendō producing 95% of Japan's shogi pieces — and agricultural corridor contributing distinctive wood processing emissions alongside primary vehicle sources. Sea of Japan maritime breezes provide background ventilation, while the shogi manufacturing's distinctive wooden lacquer and paint emissions represent Tendō's most locally unique craft air quality characteristic throughout the year.

Today - 16 July | Pollution peaks at 11:00

AQI:

Fair

35.3/100

PM2.5 (fine particles):

Good

12.5/100

PM10 (coarse particles):

Good

3.5/100

NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):

Fair

26.3/100

O3 (ozone):

Fair

35.3/100

SO2 (sulfur dioxide):

Good

5.3/100

CO (carbon monoxide):

Good

0.0/100

HCHO (formaldehyde):

Fair

20.8/100

PM1 (ultrafine particles):

Good

16.5/100

Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day

Tomorrow - 17 July | Pollution peaks at 12:00

AQI:

Fair

35.2/100

PM2.5 (fine particles):

Good

10.5/100

PM10 (coarse particles):

Good

2.8/100

NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):

Fair

25.4/100

O3 (ozone):

Fair

35.2/100

SO2 (sulfur dioxide):

Good

6.6/100

CO (carbon monoxide):

Good

0.0/100

HCHO (formaldehyde):

Good

19.8/100

PM1 (ultrafine particles):

Good

14.8/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is air quality bad in Tendō right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall air quality in Tendō is fair. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 35.3/100. Pollution peaks around 11:00 AM (O3: 35.3/100).

Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Tendō?

On 17 July 2026, air quality conditions in Tendō will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at fair at 35.2/100. Pollution peaks around 12:00 PM (O3: 35.2/100).

When is air pollution at its worst in Tendō?

Air quality in Tendō tends to be worse when road traffic, manufacturing activity, and agricultural activity build up and the sea breeze weakens. Sea breezes typically keep conditions in check, except during still weather. This natural ventilation is one reason coastal areas often see better readings than inland cities.

Are air quality levels in Tendō 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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