Fine particles
72.6µg/m³CAMS model • Open-Meteo
KuwaitAir quality, PM2.5 and PM10
Compare air quality across cities in this country. Explore PM2.5, PM10 and other pollutant concentrations, check data timestamps, and view recent trends and historical charts.
Kuwait - average concentrations across available points: PM2.5: 72.6 µg/m³, PM10: 136.9 µg/m³, O₃: 113 µg/m³, NO₂: 14.6 µg/m³, SO₂: 26.9 µg/m³, CO: 167 µg/m³. Date range: September 7, 2026. Each point contributes its latest available hourly value; this is not a daily or population-weighted average.
All 2 cities with data from September 7, 2026 have the same PM2.5 concentration: 72.6 µg/m³.
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AVERAGE ACROSS AVAILABLE COUNTRY POINTS
Latest concentrations · Kuwait
Particulate matter
136.9µg/m³Ozone
113µg/m³Nitrogen dioxide
14.6µg/m³Sulphur dioxide
26.9µg/m³Carbon monoxide
167µg/m³Average of the latest available hour at each model point. This is neither a population-weighted nor a daily average.
DAILY DATA · Kuwait
Kuwait - air pollution over recent days (2026-08-31 - 2026-09-07)
Averages across available points in the country. These are not population-weighted averages.
PM2.5Lowest 63.35 2026-09-07Highest 155.59 2026-08-312026-08-31 - 2026-09-07
PM10Lowest 102.78 2026-09-06Highest 787.05 2026-08-312026-08-31 - 2026-09-07
O₃Lowest 83.63 2026-08-31Highest 125.17 2026-09-072026-08-31 - 2026-09-07
NO₂Lowest 25.42 2026-09-02Highest 46.46 2026-09-062026-08-31 - 2026-09-07
SO₂Lowest 8.7 2026-09-01Highest 28.09 2026-09-072026-08-31 - 2026-09-07
COLowest 184.94 2026-09-01Highest 267.83 2026-09-062026-08-31 - 2026-09-07
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| Pollutant | 2026-09-07 | 2026-09-06 | 2026-09-05 | 2026-09-04 | 2026-09-03 | 2026-09-02 | 2026-09-01 | 2026-08-31 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PM2.5 | 63.35 | 67.27 | 73.9 | 77.18 | 90.29 | 112.54 | 142.03 | 155.59 |
| PM10 | 109.28 | 102.78 | 106.42 | 239.86 | 496.08 | 615.88 | 758.79 | 787.05 |
| O₃ | 125.17 | 110.33 | 105.17 | 107.29 | 98.92 | 107.38 | 94.92 | 83.63 |
| NO₂ | 45.79 | 46.46 | 42.8 | 37.14 | 28.89 | 25.42 | 25.55 | 31.45 |
| SO₂ | 28.09 | 14.8 | 16.05 | 20.76 | 11.66 | 12.06 | 8.7 | 10.65 |
| CO | 234.08 | 267.83 | 222.88 | 212.9 | 200.48 | 193.67 | 184.94 | 208.02 |
A dot on the chart and a dash in the table indicate missing data. The latest day may be incomplete.
AIR QUALITY ARCHIVE · Kuwait
Kuwait - air pollution history (2017-02 - 2020-05)
Compare monthly particle and gas concentrations in the available archive.
PM2.5Lowest 26.4 2020-04Highest 67.2 2018-062017-02 - 2020-05
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| Pollutant | 2020-05 | 2020-04 | 2020-03 | 2020-02 | 2020-01 | 2019-12 | 2019-11 | 2019-10 | 2019-09 | 2019-08 | 2019-07 | 2019-06 | 2019-05 | 2019-04 | 2019-03 | 2019-02 | 2019-01 | 2018-12 | 2018-11 | 2018-10 | 2018-09 | 2018-08 | 2018-07 | 2018-06 | 2018-05 | 2018-04 | 2018-03 | 2018-02 | 2018-01 | 2017-12 | 2017-11 | 2017-10 | 2017-09 | 2017-08 | 2017-07 | 2017-06 | 2017-05 | 2017-04 | 2017-03 | 2017-02 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PM2.5 | 30.2 | 26.4 | 34.9 | 48.9 | 36.4 | 45.4 | 42.4 | 57.1 | 48.5 | 54.6 | 41.2 | 44.8 | 38.4 | 32.1 | 29.9 | 38.5 | 41.6 | 38.6 | 28.7 | 66.1 | 57 | 44.4 | 58 | 67.2 | 59.4 | 30.7 | 45.3 | 38.8 | 29.5 | 42.6 | 31.7 | 37.7 | 45.1 | 53.2 | 57.8 | 34.9 | 45.2 | 40.2 | 30.4 | 33.8 |
A dot on the chart and a dash in the table indicate missing data. Historical values do not describe today’s air quality.
Environment and quality of life ratings · Kuwait
Archived ratings of the local environment: green spaces, cleanliness, noise and water quality. Opinion indicators are separate from pollutant concentration measurements.
| Indicator | Kuwait | Iraq | Bahrain | Saudi Arabia | Iran | Jordan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green and Parks in the City | 45% | 40% | 34% | 37% | 47% | 17% |
| Pleasure of spending time in the city | 46% | 43% | 36% | 48% | 30% | 36% |
| Air Pollution | 69% | 66% | 74% | 63% | 80% | 68% |
| Garbage Disposal | 43% | 32% | 49% | 50% | 52% | 31% |
| Availability and quality of drinking water | 61% | 45% | 66% | 65% | 59% | 46% |
| Cleanliness and tidiness | 42% | 39% | 53% | 51% | 48% | 32% |
| Noise and Light pollution | 50% | 52% | 55% | 54% | 52% | 62% |
| Water Pollution | 52% | 63% | 51% | 46% | 49% | 64% |
WEATHER & SURROUNDINGS
Kuwait · weather forecast
Daily maximum and minimum temperatures. Forecast point: 29.5, 45.75.
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Kuwait · September 5, 2026: minimum temperature 29.2°C, maximum 43.8°C. Wind: 18.9 km/h. Humidity: 8%.
Full forecast: temperature, rainfall, wind and humidity
| Date | Day °C | Min °C | Max °C | Night °C | Rain mm | Wind m/s | Humidity % | Clouds % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-05 | 41.3 | 29.2 | 43.8 | 33 | — | 5.2 | 8 | 1 |
| 2026-09-06 | 41.2 | 29 | 43.8 | 33 | — | 5 | 10 | 5 |
| 2026-09-07 | 42 | 29.6 | 44.2 | 32.6 | — | 6.4 | 12 | — |
| 2026-09-08 | 41.5 | 30.2 | 43.7 | 33.1 | — | 5.5 | 13 | 5 |
| 2026-09-09 | 42.1 | 29.2 | 43.7 | 34.7 | — | 7.1 | 9 | 48 |
| 2026-09-10 | 43.7 | 29.3 | 45.5 | 37.5 | — | 4.4 | 11 | 5 |
| 2026-09-11 | 45.1 | 31.5 | 45.3 | 35.3 | — | 6.9 | 6 | 32 |
| 2026-09-12 | 42.7 | 30.6 | 44.3 | 34.7 | — | 4.6 | 7 | 7 |
| 2026-09-13 | 42.3 | 27.7 | 44.1 | 34.8 | — | 4.8 | 7 | 1 |
| 2026-09-14 | 41.9 | 28.7 | 43 | 33.3 | — | 5.5 | 7 | 18 |
| 2026-09-15 | 41.5 | 28.4 | 42.1 | 32.3 | — | 8.1 | 6 | 7 |
| 2026-09-16 | 41.2 | 27.8 | 42 | 32.1 | — | 5.9 | 6 | 1 |
| 2026-09-17 | 41.5 | 27.5 | 42.3 | 32.1 | — | 4.6 | 6 | 31 |
| 2026-09-18 | 41.5 | 26.6 | 43 | 32.3 | — | 2.8 | 5 | 57 |
| 2026-09-19 | 42.6 | 29.6 | 43.6 | 33.8 | — | 4.3 | 5 | — |
| 2026-09-20 | 39.8 | 28.1 | 40.8 | 31.7 | — | 4.6 | 10 | 2 |
| 2026-09-21 | 38.6 | 27.3 | 40.2 | 32.5 | — | 4.7 | 12 | — |
UV index by day · Kuwait
Data for a country reference point. Local conditions may differ.
SPF 30-50, hat and sunglasses are a must. Better to stay in the shade 11:00-15:00.
0-2 low3-5 moderate6-7 high8-10 very high11+ extreme
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Kuwait · September 6, 2026: UV index: 7.7 .
| Indicator | 2026-09-06 | 2026-09-07 | 2026-09-08 | 2026-09-09 | 2026-09-10 | 2026-09-11 | 2026-09-12 | 2026-09-13 | 2026-09-14 | 2026-09-15 | 2026-09-16 | 2026-09-17 | 2026-09-18 | 2026-09-19 | 2026-09-20 | 2026-09-21 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UV index | 7.7 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.6 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 7.4 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 7.3 | 7.2 | 7.2 | 7.1 |
AIR QUALITY QUESTIONS
Kuwait · air pollution - questions and answers
What do the latest air quality data show for Kuwait?
Kuwait - average concentrations across available points: PM2.5: 72.6 µg/m³, PM10: 136.9 µg/m³, O₃: 113 µg/m³, NO₂: 14.6 µg/m³, SO₂: 26.9 µg/m³, CO: 167 µg/m³. Date range: September 7, 2026. Each point contributes its latest available hourly value; this is not a daily or population-weighted average.
When was PM2.5 highest in Kuwait over the past week?
The highest available daily mean PM2.5 was 155.6 µg/m³ (August 31, 2026). This comparison covers 7 days with data in the seven days before September 7, 2026. The day of the latest reading is excluded because it may be incomplete.
Which cities in Kuwait have the cleanest and most polluted air by PM2.5?
All 2 cities with data from September 7, 2026 have the same PM2.5 concentration: 72.6 µg/m³.
What period does the pollution history for Kuwait cover?
Available monthly means cover 2017-02 - 2020-05. The tables include PM2.5. Missing values are marked with a dash, not treated as zero. Monthly archives and current model data may come from different sources.
Is the PM2.5 concentration for Kuwait an AQI score?
No. PM2.5 and PM10 are concentrations in µg/m³. AQI is a separate index calculated using a defined scale. When comparing air quality, also check other pollutants, the date and the averaging period.
What UV index does the available forecast show for Kuwait?
For September 6, 2026, the forecast UV index is 7.7. The UV section also shows the following available days.
What wind speed is forecast for Kuwait?
For September 5, 2026, forecast wind speed is 18.9 km/h. The weather table includes wind, temperature and other available parameters for subsequent days.
PM2.5 · PM10 · NO₂ · O₃
Understanding air quality and pollution data
What do PM2.5 and PM10 mean?
PM2.5 and PM10 are fractions of airborne particulate matter. PM2.5 covers fine particles up to 2.5 micrometres in diameter, while PM10 covers particles up to 10 micrometres. Concentrations in µg/m³ tell you how many micrograms of particles are present in a cubic metre of air. Compare values over the same time period.
Where does the air pollution data come from?
The latest concentrations come from the CAMS atmospheric model via Open-Meteo for each city’s coordinates. Values describe a model area, so conditions on individual streets may differ. Historical monitoring station data is shown separately where available.
How does PM2.5 concentration differ from AQI?
PM2.5 is the concentration of one particle fraction, expressed in µg/m³. AQI is an index calculated using a particular scale and thresholds. The pollutant cards show concentrations. Our city ranking compares PM2.5; PM10, ozone, nitrogen dioxide and other available gases add to the picture of air quality.
Which dates do the values and charts cover?
Each current value has a data date and time. Current concentration cards show the latest available hour, daily charts summarise individual days, and monthly records let you compare longer periods. These values represent different time intervals.
How can I check pollution in my city?
Search for your city and open its air quality page. Start with PM2.5 and PM10, then check the other available pollutants and the data timestamp. Charts and tables help you compare concentrations over time. Weather and historical climate information complement the pollution data.