Fine particles
12.9µg/m³Fair · 1 hourCAMS model • Open-Meteo
Cheongju-siAir 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.
Cheongju-si - latest available concentrations (September 27, 2026, 10:00 local time): PM2.5: 12.9 µg/m³, PM10: 14.3 µg/m³, O₃: 72 µg/m³, NO₂: 23.5 µg/m³, SO₂: 9.4 µg/m³, CO: 313 µg/m³. These are hourly CAMS model values for a point representing the city.
Air quality questions →Cheongju-si · Air pollutant concentrations
Data time: September 27, 2026 · 10:00 · local timeParticulate matter
14.3µg/m³Good · 1 hourOzone
72µg/m³Fair · 1 hourNitrogen dioxide
23.5µg/m³Fair · 1 hourSulphur dioxide
9.4µg/m³Good · 1 hourCarbon monoxide
313µg/m³PM2.5 vs PM10 - what is the difference? → · Models and monitoring stations →
DAILY DATA · Cheongju-si
Cheongju-si - air pollution over recent days (2026-08-31 - 2026-09-26)
Concentrations of all available pollutants for this city.
PM2.5Lowest 4.68 2026-09-06Highest 28.15 2026-09-242026-08-31 - 2026-09-26
PM10Lowest 6.52 2026-09-06Highest 29.65 2026-09-242026-08-31 - 2026-09-26
O₃Lowest 11.71 2026-09-02Highest 80.25 2026-09-232026-08-31 - 2026-09-26
NO₂Lowest 10.01 2026-09-06Highest 61.7 2026-09-252026-08-31 - 2026-09-26
SO₂Lowest 2.92 2026-09-06Highest 16.07 2026-09-242026-08-31 - 2026-09-26
COLowest 160.67 2026-09-05Highest 338.54 2026-09-242026-08-31 - 2026-09-26
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| Pollutant | 2026-09-26 | 2026-09-25 | 2026-09-24 | 2026-09-23 | 2026-09-22 | 2026-09-21 | 2026-09-20 | 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 | 8.79 | 22.96 | 28.15 | 11.91 | 7.42 | 13.27 | 11.26 | 9.52 | 4.68 | 5.26 | 5.45 | 18.19 | 13.51 | 6.38 | 6.2 |
| PM10 | 10.01 | 24.21 | 29.65 | 14.23 | 9.72 | 14.43 | 14.95 | 12.78 | 6.52 | 7.33 | 7.46 | 18.86 | 14.6 | 7.66 | 6.84 |
| O₃ | 47.92 | 35.04 | 60.46 | 80.25 | 73.63 | 68.5 | 69.96 | 73.08 | 69 | 75.42 | 78.29 | 57.38 | 11.71 | 50.63 | 43.88 |
| NO₂ | 35.09 | 61.7 | 42.05 | 20.65 | 24.51 | 36.32 | 25.94 | 17.75 | 10.01 | 12.98 | 12.8 | 31.65 | 42.81 | 22.54 | 23.37 |
| SO₂ | 4.82 | 10.17 | 16.07 | 7.35 | 4.49 | 5.95 | 5.03 | 3.19 | 2.92 | 3.19 | 3.39 | 10.37 | 15.79 | 4.92 | 3.15 |
| CO | 222 | 288.88 | 338.54 | 205.58 | 190.38 | 197.42 | 171.46 | 194.71 | 164.58 | 160.67 | 161.67 | 263.96 | 306.17 | 214.38 | 248.42 |
A dot on the chart and a dash in the table indicate missing data. The latest day may be incomplete.
Environment and quality of life ratings · Cheongju-si
Archived ratings of the local environment: green spaces, cleanliness, noise and water quality. Opinion indicators are separate from pollutant concentration measurements.
| Indicator | Cheongju-si | North Korea | Japan | Taiwan | Hong Kong | Macau |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green and Parks in the City | 0% | 50% | 65% | 53% | 52% | — |
| particulate matter PM2.5 (µg/m³) | 27 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Pleasure of spending time in the city | 0% | 44% | 69% | 47% | 43% | — |
| particulate matter PM10 (µg/m³) | 52 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Air Pollution | 93% | 44% | 33% | 61% | 67% | — |
| Garbage Disposal | 0% | 47% | 71% | 65% | 52% | — |
| Availability and quality of drinking water | 75% | 47% | 73% | 54% | 66% | — |
| Cleanliness and tidiness | 25% | 58% | 74% | 56% | 54% | — |
| Noise and Light pollution | 0% | 33% | 44% | 59% | 66% | — |
| Water Pollution | 50% | 56% | 36% | 58% | 53% | — |
Air quality in nearby cities
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PM2.519.9
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µg/m³
PM2.5 · ModerateNO₂ 26.6O₃ 54
September 27, 202610:00
South Korea↗
Daejeon
PM2.512.4
PM1013.8
µg/m³
PM2.5 · FairNO₂ 28.8O₃ 63
September 27, 202610:00
South Korea↗
Suwon
PM2.530.2
PM1031.4
µg/m³
PM2.5 · ModerateNO₂ 33O₃ 43
September 27, 202610:00
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Hwaseong
PM2.525.6
PM1026.8
µg/m³
PM2.5 · ModerateNO₂ 50.2O₃ 37
September 27, 202610:00
South Korea↗
Seongnam
PM2.527.4
PM1029.2
µg/m³
PM2.5 · ModerateNO₂ 46.5O₃ 50
September 27, 202610:00
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Jeonju
PM2.515.5
PM1016
µg/m³
PM2.5 · ModerateNO₂ 29.2O₃ 57
September 27, 202610:00
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Ansan-si
PM2.525.6
PM1026.8
µg/m³
PM2.5 · ModerateNO₂ 50.2O₃ 37
September 27, 202610:00
South Korea↗
Anyang
PM2.525.6
PM1026.8
µg/m³
PM2.5 · ModerateNO₂ 50.2O₃ 37
September 27, 202610:00
South Korea · air quality in other cities
WEATHER & SURROUNDINGS
South Korea · weather forecast
Daily maximum and minimum temperatures. Forecast point: 35.9078, 127.7669. Forecast for a country reference point; conditions in the city may differ.
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South Korea · September 25, 2026: minimum temperature 14°C, maximum 20.4°C. Wind: 7.3 km/h. Humidity: 81%.
Full forecast: temperature, rainfall, wind and humidity
| Date | Day °C | Min °C | Max °C | Night °C | Rain mm | Wind m/s | Humidity % | Clouds % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-25 | 20.3 | 14 | 20.4 | 14 | 3.2 | 2 | 81 | 100 |
| 2026-09-26 | 17 | 14.4 | 20.5 | 15.9 | 14.2 | 2.4 | 90 | 100 |
| 2026-09-27 | 24.3 | 14.2 | 25.3 | 17.8 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 59 | 100 |
| 2026-09-28 | 20.7 | 15.9 | 22.8 | 16.2 | 0.2 | 1.7 | 62 | 100 |
| 2026-09-29 | 23.2 | 14.8 | 23.9 | 14.8 | 1.3 | 2.3 | 54 | 44 |
| 2026-09-30 | 24.6 | 14.3 | 24.6 | 14.4 | 0.4 | 2.8 | 39 | 3 |
| 2026-10-01 | 18.2 | 9.5 | 18.3 | 9.5 | 0.1 | 2.8 | 31 | 91 |
| 2026-10-02 | 17.3 | 8.7 | 18.1 | 10.3 | 0.8 | 2.7 | 31 | 26 |
| 2026-10-03 | 19.1 | 8 | 19.5 | 10.5 | 1.8 | 3.3 | 36 | 75 |
| 2026-10-04 | 20.9 | 9.5 | 21.4 | 12.7 | 0.3 | 2.3 | 50 | 10 |
| 2026-10-05 | 17.2 | 10.3 | 17.2 | 10.3 | 2.6 | 2.7 | 75 | 83 |
| 2026-10-06 | 19.7 | 7.2 | 20.7 | 11 | 8.2 | 1.9 | 43 | 94 |
| 2026-10-07 | 18.1 | 9.5 | 18.1 | 11.8 | 1.3 | 2.7 | 52 | 21 |
| 2026-10-08 | 14 | 6.9 | 14 | 6.9 | 0.9 | 5.8 | 66 | 65 |
| 2026-10-09 | 14.4 | 4.4 | 15.5 | 8 | — | 3 | 46 | 5 |
| 2026-10-10 | 16.4 | 6.7 | 16.8 | 8.3 | — | 2.4 | 41 | 32 |
| 2026-10-11 | 17.7 | 7.3 | 17.7 | 10 | — | 1.4 | 38 | 85 |
UV index by day · South Korea
Data for a country reference point. Local conditions may differ.
Seek shade around midday. SPF 30+, sunglasses and a hat for longer stays.
0-2 low3-5 moderate6-7 high8-10 very high11+ extreme
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South Korea · September 26, 2026: UV index: 3.8 .
| Indicator | 2026-09-26 | 2026-09-27 | 2026-09-28 | 2026-09-29 | 2026-09-30 | 2026-10-01 | 2026-10-02 | 2026-10-03 | 2026-10-04 | 2026-10-05 | 2026-10-06 | 2026-10-07 | 2026-10-08 | 2026-10-09 | 2026-10-10 | 2026-10-11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UV index | 3.8 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 6 | 6 | 5.9 | 6 | 5.8 | 5.3 | 2.1 | 5.8 | 4.1 | 3.3 | 5.2 | 5.2 | — |
AIR QUALITY QUESTIONS
Cheongju-si · air pollution - questions and answers
What do the latest air quality data show for Cheongju-si?
Cheongju-si - latest available concentrations (September 27, 2026, 10:00 local time): PM2.5: 12.9 µg/m³, PM10: 14.3 µg/m³, O₃: 72 µg/m³, NO₂: 23.5 µg/m³, SO₂: 9.4 µg/m³, CO: 313 µg/m³. These are hourly CAMS model values for a point representing the city.
When was PM2.5 highest in Cheongju-si over the past week?
The highest available daily mean PM2.5 was 28.1 µg/m³ (September 24, 2026). This comparison covers 7 days with data in the seven days before September 27, 2026. The day of the latest reading is excluded because it may be incomplete.
Is the PM2.5 concentration for Cheongju-si 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 Cheongju-si?
For September 26, 2026, the forecast UV index is 3.8. The UV section also shows the following available days. The forecast is for a country reference point (South Korea), not the city itself.
What wind speed is forecast for Cheongju-si?
For September 25, 2026, forecast wind speed is 7.3 km/h. The weather table includes wind, temperature and other available parameters for subsequent days. These data describe a country reference point (South Korea); 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.