Real-time air pollution rankings for 12 cities across North Korea. See which cities have the highest pollution levels and worst air quality.
Most Polluted Cities in North Korea
The most polluted city in North Korea is Sariwŏn-si (AQI 92), followed by Man’gyŏngdae-ri (AQI 80), Namp’o (AQI 80). Currently, 0 out of 12 monitored cities in North Korea report unhealthy air quality with an AQI above 100.
Sariwŏn-si
North Korea
AQI
Man’gyŏngdae-ri
North Korea
AQI
Namp’o
North Korea
AQI
Sinŭiju
North Korea
AQI
Wŏnsan
North Korea
AQI
Kaesŏng
North Korea
AQI
Chongjin
North Korea
AQI
Kaech’ŏn
North Korea
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Sunch’ŏn
North Korea
AQI
Hŭngnam
North Korea
AQI
Hamhŭng
North Korea
AQI
Pyongyang
North Korea
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Understanding Air Quality Index
Good
Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
Moderate
Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people.
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects.
Unhealthy
Everyone may begin to experience health effects.
Very Unhealthy
Health alert: everyone may experience more serious health effects.
Hazardous
Health warnings of emergency conditions. The entire population is likely to be affected.
The Air Quality Index (AQI) is a scale from 0 to 500 that measures air pollution levels. Poor air quality can cause respiratory issues, cardiovascular problems, and other health concerns.
Source: US EPA Air Quality Index
Last updated: 24 Sep 20:20
