Cape Point, Cape Town Air Quality Forecast - Today, Tomorrow
Air Quality Today
Today (10 October): Air quality in Cape Point is moderate. AQI and PM2.5 are moderate; PM10 is fair; NO2, O3, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 10:00 PM (PM2.5: 41.6/100).
Air Quality Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026): Air quality in Cape Point is moderate. PM1 increases to fair; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 12:00 PM (PM2.5: 48.0/100).
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Today - 10 October
| Pollutant | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Moderate | 41.6/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Moderate | 41.6/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Fair | 22.3/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Good | 4.3/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 8.9/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 2.1/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 0.2/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 1.9/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Good | 18.3/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollutant | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| AQI | Moderate | 48.0/100 |
| PM2.5 (fine particles) | Moderate | 48.0/100 |
| PM10 (coarse particles) | Fair | 29.0/100 |
| NO2 (nitrogen dioxide) | Good | 4.4/100 |
| O3 (ozone) | Good | 12.5/100 |
| SO2 (sulfur dioxide) | Good | 6.9/100 |
| CO (carbon monoxide) | Good | 0.4/100 |
| HCHO (formaldehyde) | Good | 7.3/100 |
| PM1 (ultrafine particles) | Fair | 38.0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around this site in Cape Town, traffic is light and there are few concentrated sources of air pollution. Open water nearby lets breezes move freely across the area, helping to disperse pollutants. Air arriving from elsewhere in the region adds to what is produced locally. Levels are generally highest right next to busy roads and drop off quickly with distance.
In February, strong sunshine and temperatures around 20°C drive ozone formation, with levels peaking in the afternoon. In the mildest months, July to September, calmer nights at around 14°C allow traffic pollution to build up near the ground. Overall, breezy weather in October, with winds near 25 km/h, tends to sweep pollution away.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality in Western Cape
Is air quality bad in Cape Point right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall air quality in Cape Point is moderate. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 41.6/100. Pollution peaks around 10:00 PM (PM2.5: 41.6/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Cape Point?
On 11 October 2026, air quality conditions in Cape Point will be similar to today, with AQI forecast at moderate at 48.0/100. Pollution peaks around 12:00 PM (PM2.5: 48.0/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Cape Point?
In February, strong sunshine and temperatures around 20°C drive ozone formation, with levels peaking in the afternoon. In the mildest months, July to September, calmer nights at around 14°C allow traffic pollution to build up near the ground. Overall, breezy weather in October, with winds near 25 km/h, tends to sweep pollution away.
Are air quality levels in Cape Point 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. |