What is the Current PM2.5 Level?
Temuco
The current PM2.5 level in Temuco based on the average air quality level across the city is 196 µg/m³, which is considered unsafe for the citizens.
The current PM2.5 level in Temuco is 13.07x Above the recommended WHO guideline of 15 µg/m³.
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Historical Air Quality Data
Temuco
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World Air Quality Report
Chile 2019 PM2.5 Death Toll
PM2.5 annual mean levels
23µg/m³
each person's annual mean exposure 4.6 times WHO's guideline.
32
Deaths per 100,000 people
attributable to fine particle pollution in 2019 (5,808 in total in the country).
Death percentage as per diseases
Type 2 Diabetes
tracheal, bronchus, and lung cancer
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
stroke
ischemic heart disease
lower respiratory infections
neonatal disorders
PM2.5 particles, with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less, are approximately 30 times smaller than a human hair, making them a significant yet often unseen threat to air quality.
Uncovering the Sources of Particulate Matter (PM2.5): Where Does It Come From?
Windblown Dust
Daily activities like construction or other practices
Home-related emission
Household activities, such as cooking and heating
Factories and industries' emission
Regular operations in factories and industries
Power plants generation
Emission from Routine energy production in power plants
Landfill fires
Fires in landfills, often caused by waste mismanagement
Transportation emission
Diesel operated Daily vehicles produces exhaust
Human-caused emissions
Common practices like open burning of waste or agricultural residuesShort-Term PM2.5 Exposure Impacts
Irritation in Eyes
Redness, itching, and discomfort in your eyes
Headaches
Frequent or intense headaches.
Fatigue
Feeling unusually tired or weak.
Aggravated asthma
Increased asthma attacks and symptoms.
Breathing problems
Coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath.Health Advice Based on Current PM2.5 Level In
Temuco
3.2Cigarettes per day
Breathing the air in this location is as harmful as smoking 3.2 cigarettes a day.
Source:
Berkeley Earth
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Car FilterMust
N95 MaskMust
Stay IndoorMust
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Air Quality FAQs
at Temuco
Frequently Asked Questions About Air Quality
What is the current PM2.5 level in Temuco?
The current real-time PM2.5 level in Temuco is 196 µg/m³ (Severe). This was last updated 2025-06-01 02:24:12 AM (Local Time).
When was the best PM2.5 level in Temuco in the last 24 hours?
The best PM2.5 level was 10 µg/m³ (Good) at 4:09 PM, May 31, 2025 (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.
When was the worst PM2.5 level in Temuco in the last 24 hours?
The worst PM2.5 level was 212 µg/m³ (Severe) at 1:09 AM (Local Time) during the last 24 hours.
What is the current trend of PM2.5 levels in Temuco during last 24 hours?
The PM2.5 levels in Temuco have been fluctuating throughout the last 24 hours. The levels have increased by highest 212 µg/m³ at 1:09 AM (Local Time), lowest 10 µg/m³ at 4:09 PM, May 31, 2025 (Local Time).
What actions are recommended as per the current PM2.5 level in Temuco?
Current PM2.5 levels are 'Very Unhealthy,' it is recommended to stay indoors, limit outdoor activities, use air purifiers, and wear masks if going outside is necessary.