Fine particles
12.1µg/m³Fair · 1 hourCAMS model • Open-Meteo
KolweziAir quality, PM2.5 and PM10
Check PM2.5 and PM10 particle levels alongside ozone, nitrogen dioxide and other gases. Compare the latest available concentrations with recent days and explore changes in air pollution through the available historical records.
Kolwezi - latest available concentrations (November 11, 2026, 04:00 local time): PM2.5: 12.1 µg/m³, PM10: 13.7 µg/m³, O₃: 43 µg/m³, NO₂: 3.6 µg/m³, SO₂: 1.3 µg/m³, CO: 137 µg/m³. These are hourly CAMS model values for a point representing the city.
Air quality questions →Kolwezi · Air pollutant concentrations
Data time: November 11, 2026 · 04:00 · local timeParticulate matter
13.7µg/m³Good · 1 hourOzone
43µg/m³Good · 1 hourNitrogen dioxide
3.6µg/m³Good · 1 hourSulphur dioxide
1.3µg/m³Good · 1 hourCarbon monoxide
137µg/m³PM2.5 vs PM10 - what is the difference? → · Models and monitoring stations →
DAILY DATA · Kolwezi
Kolwezi - air pollution over recent days (2026-08-31 - 2026-11-10)
Concentrations of all available pollutants for this city.
PM2.5Lowest 9.26 2026-11-08Highest 44.67 2026-09-032026-08-31 - 2026-11-10
PM10Lowest 9.87 2026-11-08Highest 48.07 2026-09-032026-08-31 - 2026-11-10
O₃Lowest 56.13 2026-11-08Highest 134.71 2026-09-042026-08-31 - 2026-11-10
NO₂Lowest 1.35 2026-11-10Highest 4.2 2026-11-092026-08-31 - 2026-11-10
SO₂Lowest 0.29 2026-11-07Highest 2.21 2026-09-072026-08-31 - 2026-11-10
COLowest 157.75 2026-11-10Highest 380.88 2026-09-042026-08-31 - 2026-11-10
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| Pollutant | 2026-11-10 | 2026-11-09 | 2026-11-08 | 2026-11-07 | 2026-11-06 | 2026-11-05 | 2026-11-04 | 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 | 12.12 | 10.37 | 9.26 | 11.33 | 20.18 | 17.68 | 15.82 | 31.29 | 39.53 | 43.48 | 42.1 | 44.67 | 33.83 | 30.42 | 32.38 |
| PM10 | 14.11 | 11.03 | 9.87 | 11.92 | 21.85 | 19.3 | 17.11 | 33.28 | 41.57 | 45.56 | 44.34 | 48.07 | 36.52 | 32.77 | 35.05 |
| O₃ | 62.83 | 57.92 | 56.13 | 68.67 | 70.71 | 75.38 | 70.29 | 111.29 | 123.96 | 133.83 | 134.71 | 126.71 | 117.38 | 122.58 | 117.29 |
| NO₂ | 1.35 | 4.2 | 3.37 | 2 | 2.21 | 2.2 | 2.41 | 2.38 | 2.6 | 3.59 | 3.3 | 3.7 | 3.49 | 3.15 | 3.66 |
| SO₂ | 1.15 | 0.63 | 0.33 | 0.29 | 0.56 | 0.45 | 0.39 | 2.21 | 1.34 | 1.26 | 1.18 | 1.28 | 1.15 | 1.25 | 0.98 |
| CO | 157.75 | 195.04 | 218.67 | 223.71 | 214.21 | 226.25 | 248.75 | 304.21 | 362.75 | 348.92 | 380.88 | 302.46 | 264.75 | 263.88 | 247.92 |
A dot on the chart and a dash in the table indicate missing data. The latest day may be incomplete.
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Democratic Republic of the Congo · air quality in other cities
WEATHER & SURROUNDINGS
Democratic Republic of the Congo · weather forecast
Daily maximum and minimum temperatures. Forecast point: 0.0001, 25. Forecast for a country reference point; conditions in the city may differ.
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Democratic Republic of the Congo · November 8, 2026: minimum temperature 19.9°C, maximum 35.2°C. Wind: 7 km/h. Humidity: 37%.
Full forecast: temperature, rainfall, wind and humidity
| Date | Day °C | Min °C | Max °C | Night °C | Rain mm | Wind m/s | Humidity % | Clouds % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-11-08 | 34.5 | 19.9 | 35.2 | 20.9 | 2.2 | 1.9 | 37 | 84 |
| 2026-11-09 | 35.3 | 20.2 | 36.6 | 23.2 | 1.3 | 3.4 | 38 | 57 |
| 2026-11-10 | 30.3 | 21.2 | 31.9 | 22 | 8.5 | 2.4 | 55 | 100 |
| 2026-11-11 | 21.3 | 19.4 | 22.5 | 19.4 | 4.2 | 2.4 | 94 | 100 |
| 2026-11-12 | 28.5 | 19 | 29.9 | 20.7 | 1.6 | 2.1 | 59 | 100 |
| 2026-11-13 | 28.4 | 20.2 | 28.4 | 20.9 | 0.4 | 2.2 | 58 | 87 |
| 2026-11-14 | 31.9 | 20.3 | 31.9 | 21.6 | 1 | 1.5 | 48 | 30 |
| 2026-11-15 | 31.9 | 21.2 | 35.1 | 23.8 | 2.5 | 1.7 | 47 | 89 |
| 2026-11-16 | 33.8 | 22.9 | 34.2 | 25.7 | 0.3 | 1.5 | 42 | 64 |
| 2026-11-17 | 25 | 21 | 32.6 | 21.7 | 11.1 | 1.7 | 81 | 100 |
| 2026-11-18 | 24 | 20.8 | 25.4 | 20.8 | 11.9 | 2.9 | 76 | 100 |
| 2026-11-19 | 31.9 | 20.4 | 34.8 | 21.2 | 13.8 | 3.2 | 49 | 53 |
| 2026-11-20 | 29.3 | 21.1 | 33.6 | 23.8 | 3.4 | 1.5 | 61 | 100 |
| 2026-11-21 | 30 | 21.2 | 34.2 | 22.4 | 5.2 | 1.9 | 60 | 71 |
| 2026-11-22 | 31.4 | 20.1 | 34.5 | 21.9 | 3.3 | 2.2 | 54 | 100 |
| 2026-11-23 | 29.3 | 21.1 | 29.3 | 21.9 | 0.1 | 1.7 | 63 | 100 |
| 2026-11-24 | 28.6 | 21.2 | 28.7 | 21.4 | 1.8 | 2.4 | 62 | 100 |
| 2026-11-25 | 23.8 | 20.4 | 29.4 | 22.7 | 4.8 | 1.8 | 84 | 100 |
UV index by day · Democratic Republic of the Congo
Data for a country reference point. Local conditions may differ.
SPF 50, long sleeves and shade between 10:00-16:00.
0-2 low3-5 moderate6-7 high8-10 very high11+ extreme
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Democratic Republic of the Congo · November 10, 2026: UV index: 8.9 .
| Indicator | 2026-11-10 | 2026-11-11 | 2026-11-12 | 2026-11-13 | 2026-11-14 | 2026-11-15 | 2026-11-16 | 2026-11-17 | 2026-11-18 | 2026-11-19 | 2026-11-20 | 2026-11-21 | 2026-11-22 | 2026-11-23 | 2026-11-24 | 2026-11-25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UV index | 8.9 | 1.2 | 8.3 | 7.8 | 8.6 | 9.4 | 8.4 | 6.3 | 3.7 | 10.1 | 6.7 | 9 | 8.4 | 3.6 | 6.5 | — |
AIR QUALITY QUESTIONS
Kolwezi · air pollution - questions and answers
What do the latest air quality data show for Kolwezi?
Kolwezi - latest available concentrations (November 11, 2026, 04:00 local time): PM2.5: 12.1 µg/m³, PM10: 13.7 µg/m³, O₃: 43 µg/m³, NO₂: 3.6 µg/m³, SO₂: 1.3 µg/m³, CO: 137 µg/m³. These are hourly CAMS model values for a point representing the city.
When was PM2.5 highest in Kolwezi over the past week?
The highest available daily mean PM2.5 was 20.2 µg/m³ (November 6, 2026). This comparison covers 7 days with data in the seven days before November 11, 2026. The day of the latest reading is excluded because it may be incomplete.
Is the PM2.5 concentration for Kolwezi 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 Kolwezi?
For November 10, 2026, the forecast UV index is 8.9. The UV section also shows the following available days. The forecast is for a country reference point (Democratic Republic of the Congo), not the city itself.
What wind speed is forecast for Kolwezi?
For November 8, 2026, forecast wind speed is 7 km/h. The weather table includes wind, temperature and other available parameters for subsequent days. These data describe a country reference point (Democratic Republic of the Congo); local wind may differ.
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.