Ballarat Air Quality Index (AQI) and Air Pollution
The Ballarat Air Quality Index (AQI) today is 28 (Good). The dominant pollutant is O3. Other measured pollutants include NO₂ (0.2 ppb), SO₂ (0 ppb), CO (0.06 ppm), O₃ (0.03 ppm), PM10 (4µg/m³), PM2.5 (1 µg/m³), contributing to air pollution.
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Air Quality is
Main Pollutant: O3
Last updated: just now
Major Pollutants Ballarat
1 µg/m³
4 µg/m³
0.03 ppm
0.06 ppm
0.2 ppb
0 ppb
In Ballarat, the main air pollutant is O3. It mostly comes from Ozone forms when sunlight reacts with gases from vehicles and industries. It can irritate the lungs and throat and make it difficult to breathe especially for people with asthma. To stay safe, Try to avoid outdoor exercise during afternoon hours when ozone levels are usually high.
Ballarat air quality
Ballarat is a regional city celebrated for its gold mining history and well-preserved Victorian architecture. Summers are warm and winters are cool, often with misty mornings. Parks, gardens, and lakes add to the urban charm. Residents enjoy cultural attractions, festivals, and outdoor recreation. The city provides a blend of heritage, education, and community life.
Temporary air quality fluctuations can occur due to residential heating and traffic. The city’s open spaces and winds help disperse pollutants and maintain mostly good air quality.