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

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

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 4 (Good)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 5 (Good)
3. ozone (O3) - 90 (Moderate)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 1 (Good)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 5 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 167 (Good)

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

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Chongjin? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 4 (Good) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Chongjin in the last 7 days was: 14 (Friday, August 21, 2026) and the lowest: 4 (Tuesday, August 25, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Chongjin? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Chongjin is: 5 (Good)

How is the O3 level today in Chongjin? (ozone (O3))
90 (Moderate)

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

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

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

Current data Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Chongjin

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM

🌦️ Weather · 16-day Forecast — North Korea

16-day weather forecast for North Korea: today around 27°C (rain), lows near 17°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 — North Korea

The UV index in North Korea today is 2 (low).

📍 Air quality in nearby cities

Live PM2.5 around Chongjin — compare nearby locations.

• Hamhŭng 3 µg/m³
• Pyongyang 9 µg/m³
• Dandong 9 µg/m³
• Namp’o 8 µg/m³
• Kaesong 4 µg/m³
• Wŏnsan 4 µg/m³
• Sariwŏn 3 µg/m³
• Haeju 5 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Chongjin today?

The current average PM2.5 across Chongjin is about 4 µg/m³, rated “Good”. Air quality is good — outdoor activities are fine for everyone.

What is the current PM2.5 level in Chongjin?

Right now PM2.5 in Chongjin averages about 4 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 Chongjin?

Over the past week, the highest daily PM2.5 in Chongjin was recorded on Friday, August 21 (about 14 µg/m³).

What is the UV index in Chongjin today?

The UV index in Chongjin today is 2 (low).

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Chongjin?

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.