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

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

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 7 (Good)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 10 (Good)
3. ozone (O3) - 34 (Good)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 2 (Good)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 0 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 126 (Good)

Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) for Matagalpa, Wednesday, August 26, 2026: 1.

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Matagalpa? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 7 (Good) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Matagalpa in the last 7 days was: 8 (Sunday, August 23, 2026) and the lowest: 2 (Tuesday, August 25, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Matagalpa? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Matagalpa is: 10 (Good)

How is the O3 level today in Matagalpa? (ozone (O3))
34 (Good)

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

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

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

Current data Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM

Matagalpa

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM

🌦️ Weather · 16-day Forecast — Matagalpa

16-day weather forecast for Matagalpa: today around 27°C (cloudy), lows near 19°C. Daily temperature and conditions, updated every day. Strong wind (about 20 km/h) is actively clearing smog and dust away.

☀️ UV Index · 16-day Forecast — Matagalpa

The UV index in Matagalpa today is 7.1 (high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 30 minutes.

📍 Air quality in nearby cities

Live PM2.5 around Matagalpa — compare nearby locations.

• Tipitapa 7 µg/m³
• Managua 6 µg/m³
• Masaya 7 µg/m³
• LeónMexico 6 µg/m³
• Chinandega 8 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Matagalpa today?

The current average PM2.5 across Matagalpa is about 7 µg/m³, rated “Good”. Air quality is good — outdoor activities are fine for everyone.

What is the current PM2.5 level in Matagalpa?

Right now PM2.5 in Matagalpa averages about 7 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 Matagalpa?

Over the past week, the highest daily PM2.5 in Matagalpa was recorded on Sunday, August 23 (about 8 µg/m³).

What is the UV index in Matagalpa today?

The UV index in Matagalpa today is 7.1 (high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 30 minutes.

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Matagalpa?

Strong wind (about 20 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.