Chennai air quality today (3 Nov 2026)

Residents of Chennai are often interested in knowing the current air quality conditions to plan their daily activities and protect their health.

The US air quality index for Chennai is 36, rated "Good". PM2.5 is 13 µg/m³ and PM10 is 14.3 µg/m³.

PM2.5 refers to fine particles small enough to be inhaled deep into the lungs; PM10 covers slightly larger dust and pollen-sized particles. On days rated Moderate or worse, people with asthma, other respiratory conditions, or heart disease, along with children and older adults, are usually the first to notice any effect and may want to limit prolonged outdoor exertion.

Air quality can change quickly through the day as traffic, weather and wind patterns shift. People with breathing problems should follow local health advice. Data: Open-Meteo Air Quality API (CC BY 4.0).