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ReykjavikAir 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.

Reykjavik - latest available concentrations (September 28, 2026, 01:00 local time): PM2.5: 2.1 µg/m³, PM10: 3.2 µg/m³, O₃: 38 µg/m³, NO₂: 4.5 µg/m³, SO₂: 2.2 µg/m³, CO: 194 µg/m³. These are hourly CAMS model values for a point representing the city.

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Reykjavik · Air pollutant concentrations

Data time: September 28, 2026 · 01:00 · local time
PM2.5

Fine particles

2.1µg/m³Good · 1 hour
PM10

Particulate matter

3.2µg/m³Good · 1 hour
O₃

Ozone

38µg/m³Good · 1 hour
NO₂

Nitrogen dioxide

4.5µg/m³Good · 1 hour
SO₂

Sulphur dioxide

2.2µg/m³Good · 1 hour
CO

Carbon monoxide

194µg/m³

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DAILY DATA · Reykjavik

Reykjavik - air pollution over recent days (2026-08-31 - 2026-09-27)

Concentrations of all available pollutants for this city.

PM2.5Lowest 1.58 2026-09-24Highest 4.66 2026-09-012026-08-31 - 2026-09-27
024682026-08-31: 3.01 µg/m³08-312026-09-01: 4.66 µg/m³09-012026-09-02: 2.73 µg/m³09-022026-09-03: 1.61 µg/m³09-032026-09-04: 1.92 µg/m³09-042026-09-05: 2.01 µg/m³09-052026-09-06: 3.05 µg/m³09-062026-09-07: 2.04 µg/m³09-072026-09-21: 2.6 µg/m³09-212026-09-22: 2.93 µg/m³09-222026-09-23: 3.83 µg/m³09-232026-09-24: 1.58 µg/m³09-242026-09-25: 1.85 µg/m³09-252026-09-26: 1.6 µg/m³09-262026-09-27: 1.7 µg/m³09-27µg/m³

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Reykjavik · daily averages · µg/m³
Pollutant2026-09-272026-09-262026-09-252026-09-242026-09-232026-09-222026-09-212026-09-072026-09-062026-09-052026-09-042026-09-032026-09-022026-09-012026-08-31
PM2.51.71.61.851.583.832.932.62.043.052.011.921.612.734.663.01
PM102.822.813.873.0311.998.847.183.854.834.764.12.784.266.374.51
O₃49.559.552.0860.9265.966664.5858.4250.386046.5456.2150.674852.46
NO₂2.311.433.921.181.831.630.931.392.062.653.411.672.025.593.05
SO₂2.181.741.451.982.331.742.031.815.181.911.952.019.4610.677.26
CO189.04183.75187.75184.42201.46199.75190.92156.96165.79170.38162.83163.46168.75210.75173.46

A dot on the chart and a dash in the table indicate missing data. The latest day may be incomplete.

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Environment and quality of life ratings · Reykjavik

Archived ratings of the local environment: green spaces, cleanliness, noise and water quality. Opinion indicators are separate from pollutant concentration measurements.

IndicatorReykjavikFaroe IslandsUnited KingdomIrelandIsle of ManNorway
Green and Parks in the City73%87%75%72%78%80%
particulate matter PM2.5 (µg/m³)14—————
Pleasure of spending time in the city91%100%70%78%83%89%
particulate matter PM10 (µg/m³)16—————
Air Pollution14%0%37%24%13%16%
Garbage Disposal79%88%60%61%78%83%
Availability and quality of drinking water98%98%75%72%88%93%
Cleanliness and tidiness74%94%53%52%69%76%
Noise and Light pollution20%21%47%37%12%30%
Water Pollution5.3%7.7%31%37%13%15%

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WEATHER & SURROUNDINGS

Reykjavik · weather forecast

Daily maximum and minimum temperatures. Forecast point: 64.1353, -21.8952.

🌦️ WEATHER · 16-DAY FORECASTReykjavik🌧️10°RainSep 25 · ↑11° ↓7°💨 20 km/h · 💧 79%Fri25.09🌧️11°7°Sat26.09☁️9°5°Sun27.09🌧️11°5°Mon28.09🌧️11°5°Tue29.09🌧️11°7°Wed30.09🌧️12°10°Thu1.10🌤️10°8°Fri2.10🌧️9°7°Sat3.10🌧️9°7°Sun4.10☁️10°7°Mon5.10🌧️11°9°Tue6.10🌧️10°8°Wed7.10🌧️9°7°Thu8.10🌧️9°8°Fri9.10🌧️9°7°Sat10.10🌧️7°4°pollution-alert.com · 2026-09-25 - 2026-10-10
🌦️ WEATHER · 16-DAY FORECASTReykjavik🌧️10°RainSep 25 · ↑11° ↓7°💨 20 km/h · 💧 79%Fri25.09🌧️11°7°Sat26.09☁️9°5°Sun27.09🌧️11°5°Mon28.09🌧️11°5°Tue29.09🌧️11°7°Wed30.09🌧️12°10°Thu1.10🌤️10°8°Fri2.10🌧️9°7°Sat3.10🌧️9°7°Sun4.10☁️10°7°Mon5.10🌧️11°9°Tue6.10🌧️10°8°Wed7.10🌧️9°7°Thu8.10🌧️9°8°Fri9.10🌧️9°7°Sat10.10🌧️7°4°pollution-alert.com · 2026-09-25 - 2026-10-10
🌦️ WEATHER · 16-DAY FORECASTReykjavik🌧️10°RainSep 25 · ↑11° ↓7°💨 20 km/h · 💧 79%Fri25.09🌧️11°7°Sat26.09☁️9°5°Sun27.09🌧️11°5°Mon28.09🌧️11°5°Tue29.09🌧️11°7°Wed30.09🌧️12°10°Thu1.10🌤️10°8°Fri2.10🌧️9°7°Sat3.10🌧️9°7°Sun4.10☁️10°7°Mon5.10🌧️11°9°Tue6.10🌧️10°8°Wed7.10🌧️9°7°Thu8.10🌧️9°8°Fri9.10🌧️9°7°Sat10.10🌧️7°4°pollution-alert.com · 2026-09-25 - 2026-10-10

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Reykjavik · September 25, 2026: minimum temperature 6.6°C, maximum 10.8°C. Wind: 20.3 km/h. Humidity: 79%.

Full forecast: temperature, rainfall, wind and humidity
DateDay °CMin °CMax °CNight °CRain mmWind m/sHumidity %Clouds %
2026-09-25106.610.86.60.65.67999
2026-09-267.15.38.66.10.36.37481
2026-09-279.34.810.77.80.24.77477
2026-09-289.94.610.97.10.24.27458
2026-09-297.26.911.410.276.287100
2026-09-309.79.711.810.617.47.489100
2026-10-019810.39.523.46.18340
2026-10-027.76.59.26.52.18.279100
2026-10-0387.28.57.45.95.291100
2026-10-049.47.31093.177772
2026-10-0511.29.111.510.820.911.691100
2026-10-069.67.810.47.82.75.98397
2026-10-07979.37.61.35.28117
2026-10-088.88.19.49.48.711.185100
2026-10-097.96.88.56.810.58.88299
2026-10-106.93.66.93.64.98.870100
2026-10-113.934.83.43.814.76885
2026-10-122.91.63.32—6.4615

UV index by day · Reykjavik

City data.

☀️ UV INDEX · 16-DAY FORECASTReykjavik03681111+1.6UV LOWSep 27 · daily maximumYou can safely stay in the sun. Sunscreen only matterson very long exposure.2Sun27.092Mon28.090Tue29.090Wed30.091Thu1.102Fri2.101Sat3.102Sun4.100Mon5.102Tue6.102Wed7.100Thu8.102Fri9.101Sat10.102Sun11.100-2 low3-5 moderate6-7 high8-10 very high11+ extremepollution-alert.com
☀️ UV INDEX · 16-DAY FORECASTReykjavik03681111+1.6UV LOWSep 27 · daily maximumYou can safely stay in the sun. Sunscreen only matterson very long exposure.2Sun27.092Mon28.090Tue29.090Wed30.091Thu1.102Fri2.101Sat3.102Sun4.100Mon5.102Tue6.102Wed7.100Thu8.102Fri9.101Sat10.102Sun11.100-2 low3-5 moderate6-7 high8-10 very high11+ extremepollution-alert.com

You can safely stay in the sun. Sunscreen only matters on very long exposure.

☀️ UV INDEX · 16-DAY FORECASTReykjavik03681111+1.6UV LOWSep 27 · daily maximumYou can safely stay in the sun. Sunscreen only matterson very long exposure.2Sun27.092Mon28.090Tue29.090Wed30.091Thu1.102Fri2.101Sat3.102Sun4.100Mon5.102Tue6.102Wed7.100Thu8.102Fri9.101Sat10.102Sun11.100-2 low3-5 moderate6-7 high8-10 very high11+ extremepollution-alert.com
0-2 low3-5 moderate6-7 high8-10 very high11+ extreme

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Reykjavik · September 27, 2026: UV index: 1.6 .

Indicator2026-09-272026-09-282026-09-292026-09-302026-10-012026-10-022026-10-032026-10-042026-10-052026-10-062026-10-072026-10-082026-10-092026-10-102026-10-112026-10-12
UV index1.61.60.40.31.11.80.81.80.11.71.70.31.61.31.6—

AIR QUALITY QUESTIONS

Reykjavik · air pollution - questions and answers

What do the latest air quality data show for Reykjavik?

Reykjavik - latest available concentrations (September 28, 2026, 01:00 local time): PM2.5: 2.1 µg/m³, PM10: 3.2 µg/m³, O₃: 38 µg/m³, NO₂: 4.5 µg/m³, SO₂: 2.2 µg/m³, CO: 194 µg/m³. These are hourly CAMS model values for a point representing the city.

When was PM2.5 highest in Reykjavik over the past week?

The highest available daily mean PM2.5 was 3.8 µg/m³ (September 23, 2026). This comparison covers 7 days with data in the seven days before September 28, 2026. The day of the latest reading is excluded because it may be incomplete.

Is the PM2.5 concentration for Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik?

For September 27, 2026, the forecast UV index is 1.6. The UV section also shows the following available days.

What wind speed is forecast for Reykjavik?

For September 25, 2026, forecast wind speed is 20.3 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.