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

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

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 59 (Unhealthy)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 62 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
3. ozone (O3) - 122 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 6 (Good)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 2 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 447 (Good)

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

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Kolwezi? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 59 (Unhealthy) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Kolwezi in the last 7 days was: 68 (Friday, August 21, 2026) and the lowest: 24 (Sunday, August 23, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Kolwezi? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Kolwezi is: 62 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)

How is the O3 level today in Kolwezi? (ozone (O3))
122 (Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups)

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

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

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

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

Kolwezi

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 Kolwezi — compare nearby locations.

• Likasi 61 µg/m³
• Lubumbashi 38 µg/m³
• ChingolaZambia 27 µg/m³
• MufuliraZambia 27 µg/m³
• KitweZambia 28 µg/m³
• LuanshyaZambia 28 µg/m³
• Kinshasa 28 µg/m³
• Mbuji-Mayi 73 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Kolwezi today?

The current average PM2.5 across Kolwezi is about 59 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 Kolwezi?

Right now PM2.5 in Kolwezi averages about 59 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 Kolwezi?

Over the past week, the highest daily PM2.5 in Kolwezi was recorded on Friday, August 21 (about 68 µg/m³).

What is the UV index in Kolwezi today?

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

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Kolwezi?

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.