Worst air pollution Granada, today and tomorrow
Today (20 September): Air quality in Granada is moderate. AQI and PM2.5 are moderate; PM10 and O3 are fair; NO2, SO2, CO, HCHO, and PM1 are good. Pollution peaks around 10:00 AM (PM2.5: 40.1/100).
Tomorrow (21 September 2026): Air quality in Granada is fair. AQI improves to fair; PM2.5 decreases to fair; PM1 increases to fair; all other pollutants stay as today. Pollution peaks around 11:00 AM (PM2.5: 38.6/100). Airmine updates local air quality forecasts four times daily.
Get the full experience in the Airmine app.
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
Follow your pollen exposure and performance with the free Airmine–Strava integration. See your pollen and air quality exposure for every Strava activity.
Granada's air quality reflects its position in the enclosed Vega de Granada basin between the Sierra Nevada to the south and the Penibética highlands to the north, with vehicle traffic on the A-44 and the surrounding tourist and residential traffic contributing local sources. The Sierra Nevada's cold katabatic air drainage can temporarily improve conditions, while winter temperature inversions in the basin concentrate heating and traffic emissions across the low-lying Vega floor below the Alhambra.
Today - 20 September | Pollution peaks at 10:00
AQI:
Moderate
40.1/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Moderate
40.1/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Fair
25.5/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
1.8/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
26.1/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
0.4/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.6/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
1.2/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Good
14.3/100
Levels show the poorest local air quality during the day
Tomorrow - 21 September | Pollution peaks at 11:00
AQI:
Fair
38.6/100
PM2.5 (fine particles):
Fair
38.6/100
PM10 (coarse particles):
Fair
22.5/100
NO2 (nitrogen dioxide):
Good
1.1/100
O3 (ozone):
Fair
28.2/100
SO2 (sulfur dioxide):
Good
0.5/100
CO (carbon monoxide):
Good
0.5/100
HCHO (formaldehyde):
Good
1.2/100
PM1 (ultrafine particles):
Fair
21.2/100
Pollen forecast in Granada
View pollen forecastAir quality forecasts for neighbourhoods and landmarks in Granada
Sports venues in Granada
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air quality bad in Granada right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall air quality in Granada is moderate. AQI is the main air quality indicator at 40.1/100. Pollution peaks around 10:00 AM (PM2.5: 40.1/100).
Will air quality be worse tomorrow in Granada?
On 21 September 2026, air quality conditions in Granada will be better than today, with AQI forecast at fair at 38.6/100. Pollution peaks around 11:00 AM (PM2.5: 38.6/100).
When is air pollution at its worst in Granada?
Does air quality in Granada vary by season? The winter months typically bring the weakest air quality of the year, as calm anticyclonic conditions trap vehicle and heating pollution near the surface. Spring is typically a transitional season, as milder, windier weather starts clearing out the pollutants that accumulate during winter's calm spells. Summer can bring periodic wildfire smoke on top of the usual ozone build-up from intense heat and sunshine. By late autumn, air quality is usually back to more moderate levels, though the first cold snaps can bring an early hint of winter's traffic and heating pollution. This area's proximity to North Africa means Saharan dust episodes can arrive at almost any time of year, layering onto the seasonal pattern.
Are air quality levels in Granada 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.
Want to see air quality forecasts for other cities in Spain?
Check air quality in other popular cities:
Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 20 September 2026 at 14:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
This forecast is produced independently using Airmine's own atmospheric data and models.
Unless explicitly made clear, the content on this site has not been paid for by external organisations and is Airmine's sole responsibility.
Disclaimer: Forecasts are provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical advice. Actual pollen and air quality conditions may vary from the forecast. If you have allergies, asthma, or another medical condition, consult a healthcare professional. Please see our Terms of Service for important information about limitations of liability.
Some text on this page may be generated or summarised using artificial intelligence (AI). Wherever possible, AI-generated content is enriched with Airmine's proprietary data to improve its accuracy and relevance. However, AI-generated content may still contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.
Get the full experience in the Airmine app.