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

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

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 8 (Good)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 9 (Good)
3. ozone (O3) - 51 (Good)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 8 (Good)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 10 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 153 (Good)

Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) for Karaganda, Thursday, August 27, 2026: 1.

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Karaganda? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 8 (Good) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Karaganda in the last 7 days was: 12 (Saturday, August 22, 2026) and the lowest: 5 (Sunday, August 23, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Karaganda? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Karaganda is: 9 (Good)

How is the O3 level today in Karaganda? (ozone (O3))
51 (Good)

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

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

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

Current data Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Quality of life in Karaganda

Karaganda

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 6:00 AM

🌦️ Weather · 16-day Forecast — Karaganda

16-day weather forecast for Karaganda: today around 21°C (rain), lows near 11°C. Daily temperature and conditions, updated every day. Strong wind (about 24 km/h) is actively clearing smog and dust away.

☀️ UV Index · 16-day Forecast — Karaganda

The UV index in Karaganda today is 4.7 (moderate) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 45 minutes.

📍 Air quality in nearby cities

Live PM2.5 around Karaganda — compare nearby locations.

• Astana 7 µg/m³
• Pavlodar 12 µg/m³
• Kokshetau 5 µg/m³
• Semey 15 µg/m³
• OmskRussia 7 µg/m³
• Petropavl 6 µg/m³
• Taldykorgan 6 µg/m³
• Oskemen 9 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Karaganda today?

The current average PM2.5 across Karaganda is about 8 µg/m³, rated “Good”. Air quality is good — outdoor activities are fine for everyone.

What is the current PM2.5 level in Karaganda?

Right now PM2.5 in Karaganda averages about 8 µg/m³ (“Good”). PM2.5 are fine particles small enough to reach the lungs and bloodstream.

Which day last week had the worst air in Karaganda?

Over the past week, the highest daily PM2.5 in Karaganda was recorded on Saturday, August 22 (about 12 µg/m³).

What is the UV index in Karaganda today?

The UV index in Karaganda today is 4.7 (moderate) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 45 minutes.

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Karaganda?

Strong wind (about 24 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.