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

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

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 168 (Very bad Hazardous)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 193 (Very bad Hazardous)
3. ozone (O3) - 28 (Good)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 72 (Moderate)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 20 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 987 (Good)

Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) for Ludhiana, Thursday, August 27, 2026: 6.

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Ludhiana? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 168 (Very bad Hazardous) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Ludhiana in the last 7 days was: 94 (Thursday, August 27, 2026) and the lowest: 59 (Sunday, August 23, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Ludhiana? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Ludhiana is: 193 (Very bad Hazardous)

How is the O3 level today in Ludhiana? (ozone (O3))
28 (Good)

How high is the level of NO2? (nitrogen dioxide (NO2))
72 (Moderate)

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

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

Current data Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 6:30 AM

Quality of life in Ludhiana

Ludhiana

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 6:30 AM

🌦️ Weather · 16-day Forecast — India

16-day weather forecast for India: today around 28°C (rain), lows near 24°C. Daily temperature and conditions, updated every day. Strong wind (about 23 km/h) is actively clearing smog and dust away.

☀️ UV Index · 16-day Forecast — India

The UV index in India today is 6.7 (high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 30 minutes.

📍 Air quality in nearby cities

Live PM2.5 around Ludhiana — compare nearby locations.

• LahorePakistan 73 µg/m³
• SheikhupuraPakistan 58 µg/m³
• SiālkotPakistan 69 µg/m³
• FaisalabadPakistan 62 µg/m³
• BhimberPakistan 61 µg/m³
• Mumbai 13 µg/m³
• Delhi 76 µg/m³
• Bengaluru Urban 4 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Ludhiana today?

The current average PM2.5 across Ludhiana is about 168 µg/m³, rated “Very bad Hazardous”. Sensitive groups should limit time outdoors and consider a mask; everyone should reduce prolonged exertion.

What is the current PM2.5 level in Ludhiana?

Right now PM2.5 in Ludhiana averages about 168 µg/m³ (“Very bad Hazardous”). PM2.5 are fine particles small enough to reach the lungs and bloodstream.

Which day last week had the worst air in Ludhiana?

Over the past week, the highest daily PM2.5 in Ludhiana was recorded on Thursday, August 27 (about 94 µg/m³).

What is the UV index in Ludhiana today?

The UV index in Ludhiana today is 6.7 (high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 30 minutes.

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Ludhiana?

Strong wind (about 23 km/h) is actively clearing smog and dust away.

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.