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

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

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 13 (Moderate)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 30 (Moderate)
3. ozone (O3) - 61 (Good)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 6 (Good)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 1 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 132 (Good)

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

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Benghazi? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 13 (Moderate) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Benghazi in the last 7 days was: 14 (Friday, August 21, 2026) and the lowest: 9 (Thursday, August 20, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Benghazi? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Benghazi is: 30 (Moderate)

How is the O3 level today in Benghazi? (ozone (O3))
61 (Good)

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

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

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

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

Benghazi

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 3:00 AM

🌦️ Weather · 16-day Forecast — Benghazi

16-day weather forecast for Benghazi: today around 31°C (clear sky), lows near 27°C. Daily temperature and conditions, updated every day. Strong wind (about 26 km/h) is actively clearing smog and dust away.

☀️ UV Index · 16-day Forecast — Benghazi

The UV index in Benghazi today is 7.7 (high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 25 minutes.

📍 Air quality in nearby cities

Live PM2.5 around Benghazi — compare nearby locations.

• Ajdabiya 12 µg/m³
• Sirte 9 µg/m³
• Tobruk 12 µg/m³
• Mişrātah 12 µg/m³
• Zliten 16 µg/m³
• Tripoli 17 µg/m³
• Tarhuna 12 µg/m³
• Al Khums 14 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Benghazi today?

The current average PM2.5 across Benghazi is about 13 µg/m³, rated “Moderate”. Air quality is good — outdoor activities are fine for everyone.

What is the current PM2.5 level in Benghazi?

Right now PM2.5 in Benghazi averages about 13 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 Benghazi?

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

What is the UV index in Benghazi today?

The UV index in Benghazi today is 7.7 (high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 25 minutes.

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Benghazi?

Strong wind (about 26 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.