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

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

1. particulate matter (PM2.5) dust - 8 (Good)
2. particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust - 13 (Good)
3. ozone (O3) - 55 (Good)
4. nitrogen dioxide (NO2) - 0 (Good)
5. sulfur dioxide (SO2) - 0 (Good)
6. carbon monoxide (CO) - 79 (Good)

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

What is the current level of PM2.5 in Merca? (particulate matter (PM2.5) dust)
Today's PM2.5 level is: 8 (Good) For comparison, the highest level of PM2.5 in Merca in the last 7 days was: 10 (Thursday, August 27, 2026) and the lowest: 6 (Wednesday, August 26, 2026).

What is the level of PM10 today in Merca? (particulate matter (PM10) suspended dust)
The current level of particulate matter PM10 in Merca is: 13 (Good)

How is the O3 level today in Merca? (ozone (O3))
55 (Good)

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

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

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

Current data Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Quality of life in Merca

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Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

🌦️ Weather · 16-day Forecast — Somalia

16-day weather forecast for Somalia: today around 33°C (partly cloudy), lows near 21°C. Daily temperature and conditions, updated every day. Strong wind (about 53 km/h) is actively clearing smog and dust away.

☀️ UV Index · 16-day Forecast — Somalia

The UV index in Somalia today is 9.2 (very high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 20 minutes.

📍 Air quality in nearby cities

Live PM2.5 around Merca — compare nearby locations.

• Mogadishu 7 µg/m³
• Baidoa 2 µg/m³
• Jamame 5 µg/m³
• Kismayo 5 µg/m³
• Hargeisa 1 µg/m³
• Berbera 31 µg/m³

Frequently asked questions

Is the air safe to breathe in Merca today?

The current average PM2.5 across Merca 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 Merca?

Right now PM2.5 in Merca 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 Merca?

Over the past week, the highest daily PM2.5 in Merca was recorded on Thursday, August 27 (about 10 µg/m³).

What is the UV index in Merca today?

The UV index in Merca today is 9.2 (very high) — unprotected fair skin can burn in about 20 minutes.

Does today's wind help disperse smog in Merca?

Strong wind (about 53 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.