Mbuji-Mayi: Air Pollution Today — AQI Index, PM2.5/PM10, Smog Alerts and Forecast

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

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 73 (Unhealthy)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 75 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
3. ozone (O3) - 74 (Moderate)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 10 (Good)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 2 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 438 (Good)

Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) for Mbuji-Mayi, Thursday, August 27, 2026: 4.

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Mbuji-Mayi? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 73 (Unhealthy) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Mbuji-Mayi in the last 7 days was: 95 (Wednesday, August 26, 2026) and the lowest: 55 (Sunday, August 23, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Mbuji-Mayi? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Mbuji-Mayi is: 75 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)

How is the O3 level today in Mbuji-Mayi? (ozone (O3))
74 (Moderate)

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

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

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

Current data Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 3:00 AM

Mbuji-Mayi

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 3:00 AM

🌦️ Weather · 16-day Forecast — Democratic Republic of the Congo

16-day weather forecast for Democratic Republic of the Congo: today around 37°C (rain), lows near 23°C. Daily temperature and conditions, updated every day. A moderate breeze (about 8 km/h) is partially dispersing pollutants today.

☀️ UV Index · 16-day Forecast — Democratic Republic of the Congo

The UV index in Democratic Republic of the Congo today is 8.9 (very high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 20 minutes.

📍 Air quality in nearby cities

Live PM2.5 around Mbuji-Mayi — compare nearby locations.

• Kinshasa 28 µg/m³
• Lubumbashi 38 µg/m³
• Kisangani 40 µg/m³
• Kananga 161 µg/m³
• Likasi 61 µg/m³
• Kolwezi 59 µg/m³
• Tshikapa 123 µg/m³
• Bukavu 12 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Mbuji-Mayi today?

The current average PM2.5 across Mbuji-Mayi is about 73 µg/m³, rated “Unhealthy”. Sensitive groups should limit time outdoors and consider a mask; everyone should reduce prolonged exertion.

What is the current PM2.5 level in Mbuji-Mayi?

Right now PM2.5 in Mbuji-Mayi averages about 73 µg/m³ (“Unhealthy”). PM2.5 are fine particles small enough to reach the lungs and bloodstream.

Which day last week had the worst air in Mbuji-Mayi?

Over the past week, the highest daily PM2.5 in Mbuji-Mayi was recorded on Wednesday, August 26 (about 95 µg/m³).

What is the UV index in Mbuji-Mayi today?

The UV index in Mbuji-Mayi today is 8.9 (very high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 20 minutes.

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Mbuji-Mayi?

A moderate breeze (about 8 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.