Smog in Benguela — Live Data: AQI, Fine Dust, Wind, UV and Health Advice

Pollution and air quality forecast for Benguela. Today is Thursday, August 27, 2026. The following air pollution values have been recorded for Benguela:

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 29 (Moderate)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 32 (Moderate)
3. ozone (O3) - 50 (Good)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 4 (Good)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 2 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 212 (Good)

Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) for Benguela, Thursday, August 27, 2026: 2.

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Benguela? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 29 (Moderate) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Benguela in the last 7 days was: 26 (Thursday, August 27, 2026) and the lowest: 15 (Friday, August 21, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Benguela? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Benguela is: 32 (Moderate)

How is the O3 level today in Benguela? (ozone (O3))
50 (Good)

How high is the level of NO2? (nitrogen dioxide (NO2))
4 (Good)

What is the level of SO2 pollution? (sulfur dioxide (SO2))
2 (Good)

How high is the CO level? (carbon monoxide (CO))
212 (Good)

Current data Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 2:00 AM

Benguela

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 2:00 AM

🌦️ Weather · 16-day Forecast — Benguela

16-day weather forecast for Benguela: today around 24°C (partly cloudy), lows near 19°C. Daily temperature and conditions, updated every day. A moderate breeze (about 17 km/h) is partially dispersing pollutants today.

☀️ UV Index · 16-day Forecast — Benguela

The UV index in Benguela today is 8.1 (very high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 25 minutes.

📍 Air quality in nearby cities

Live PM2.5 around Benguela — compare nearby locations.

• Lobito 29 µg/m³
• Huambo 50 µg/m³
• Lubango 16 µg/m³
• Kuito 44 µg/m³
• Luanda 8 µg/m³
• N’dalatando 11 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Benguela today?

The current average PM2.5 across Benguela is about 29 µg/m³, rated “Moderate”. Air quality is acceptable, but unusually sensitive people should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.

What is the current PM2.5 level in Benguela?

Right now PM2.5 in Benguela averages about 29 µg/m³ (“Moderate”). PM2.5 are fine particles small enough to reach the lungs and bloodstream.

Which day last week had the worst air in Benguela?

Over the past week, the highest daily PM2.5 in Benguela was recorded on Thursday, August 27 (about 26 µg/m³).

What is the UV index in Benguela today?

The UV index in Benguela today is 8.1 (very high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 25 minutes.

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Benguela?

A moderate breeze (about 17 km/h) is partially dispersing pollutants today.

How is air quality measured?

Air quality here is based on PM2.5 — the concentration of fine particulate matter in µg/m³. Lower values mean cleaner air. Data is updated daily from Open-Meteo.