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

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

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 25 (Moderate)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 25 (Moderate)
3. ozone (O3) - 15 (Good)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 10 (Good)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 2 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 131 (Good)

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

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Dire Dawa? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 25 (Moderate) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Dire Dawa in the last 7 days was: 27 (Monday, August 24, 2026) and the lowest: 20 (Thursday, August 27, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Dire Dawa? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Dire Dawa is: 25 (Moderate)

How is the O3 level today in Dire Dawa? (ozone (O3))
15 (Good)

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))
131 (Good)

Current data Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Dire Dawa

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

🌦️ Weather · 16-day Forecast — Ethiopia

16-day weather forecast for Ethiopia: today around 16°C (rain), lows near 11°C. Daily temperature and conditions, updated every day. A moderate breeze (about 13 km/h) is partially dispersing pollutants today.

☀️ UV Index · 16-day Forecast — Ethiopia

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

📍 Air quality in nearby cities

Live PM2.5 around Dire Dawa — compare nearby locations.

• Addis Ababa 21 µg/m³
• Mek'ele 20 µg/m³
• Nazrēt 19 µg/m³
• Ad-Damazin 16 µg/m³
• Bahir Dar 26 µg/m³
• Gondar 25 µg/m³
• Desē 38 µg/m³
• Awasa 55 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Dire Dawa today?

The current average PM2.5 across Dire Dawa is about 25 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 Dire Dawa?

Right now PM2.5 in Dire Dawa averages about 25 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 Dire Dawa?

Over the past week, the highest daily PM2.5 in Dire Dawa was recorded on Friday, August 21 (about 27 µg/m³).

What is the UV index in Dire Dawa today?

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

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Dire Dawa?

A moderate breeze (about 13 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.