AQI in GORAKHPUR (Monday, December 23) - Air Quality in GORAKHPUR
Current Gorakhpur AQI level is 124 which is recorded as Poor category. This level is 5 point(s) lower compared to the previous day. The AQI, a standard measure of air quality, offers insights into the concentration of pollutants in the air, ranging from harmful particles to gases like carbon monoxide and sulfur dioxide. As pollution continues to be a growing challenge, understanding what this AQI means and how it impacts Gorakhpur residents is essential for making informed health choices. The air quality in Gorakhpur frequently worsens during winter due to temperature inversions, which trap pollutants close to the ground, posing health risks to residents.
Gorakhpur WeatherMonday Dec 23
Last 7 Days AQI
Updated: December 23, 2024| Dates | City, States | AQI |
|---|---|---|
| December 23, 2024 | Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh | 124 |
| December 22, 2024 | Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh | 129 |
| December 21, 2024 | Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh | 104 |
| December 20, 2024 | Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh | 127 |
| December 19, 2024 | Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh | 98 |
| December 18, 2024 | Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh | 111 |
| December 17, 2024 | Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh | 124 |
Most Polluted City/States in India
| Rank | City, States | AQI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rohtak, Haryana | 424 |
| 2 | Delhi, Delhi | 410 |
| 3 | Byrnihat, Assam | 357 |
| 4 | Charkhi Dadri, Haryana | 351 |
| 5 | Jaisalmer, Rajasthan | 344 |
| 6 | Noida, Uttar Pradesh | 322 |
| 7 | Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh | 318 |
| 8 | Hajipur, Bihar | 316 |
| 9 | Gurugram, Haryana | 316 |
| 10 | Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh | 310 |
Least Polluted City/States in India
| Rank | City, States | AQI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Madikeri, Karnataka | 15 |
| 2 | Aizawl, Mizoram | 24 |
| 3 | Sangli, Maharashtra | 27 |
| 4 | Tirunelveli, TamilNadu | 30 |
| 5 | Belgaum, Karnataka | 33 |
| 6 | Kolhapur, Maharashtra | 33 |
| 7 | Byasanagar, Odisha | 34 |
| 8 | Nagapattinam, TamilNadu | 34 |
| 9 | Thoothukudi, TamilNadu | 36 |
| 10 | Suakati, Odisha | 36 |
AQI In Indian Cities
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good AQI level?
A good AQI level is between 0 and 50, indicating air quality that poses little or no risk to health.
What is the safe range of AQI?
The safe range of AQI is from 0 to 100, covering the categories of "Good" (0-50) and "Moderate" (51-100).
What are the criteria for AQI?
AQI criteria include measuring the concentration of pollutants like PM2.5, PM10, ozone, nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and ammonia over a specified averaging period.
What are the 8 parameters of AQI?
The 8 parameters of AQI are: Particulate Matter (PM10), Particulate Matter (PM2.5), Ozone (O3), Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2), Sulphur Dioxide (SO2), Carbon Monoxide (CO), Ammonia (NH3), and Lead (Pb).
How is AQI calculated?
AQI is calculated using pollutant concentration data, which is converted into an AQI value for each pollutant through specific formulae. The highest value among these is reported as the overall AQI for the location.
What are the 6 categories of AQI?
The 6 categories of AQI are: 0-50: Good 51-100: Moderate 101-200: Poor 201-300: Unhealthy 301-400: Severe 401-500+: Hazardous