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Breathing air in Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°) today =
Smoking 1.7 Cigarettes
Based on PM2.5 level: 38.0 ΞΌg/mΒ³
The Math
Berkeley Earth Rule: 22 ΞΌg/mΒ³ of PM2.5 β 1 cigarette
Current PM2.5: 38.0 ΞΌg/mΒ³
Calculation: 38.0 Γ· 22 = 1.73 cigarettes
Life Lost
You lost approx 0.3 hours of life expectancy today
Based on: 1.7 cigarettes Γ 11 minutes per cigarette
PM2.5 Level
Current PM2.5
38.0 ΞΌg/mΒ³
WHO Safe Limit
15 ΞΌg/mΒ³
2.5x above safe limit
Air Quality Details
AQI
107
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups
Main Pollutant
PM2.5
PM10
14.0
O3
3.4
Last updated: 1/9/2026, 8:00:00 PM
Most common question related to Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)'s Air Quality
How many cigarettes is Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)'s air equivalent to?
Breathing air in Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°) is equivalent to smoking approximately 1.7 cigarettes per day, based on the current PM2.5 level of 38.0 ΞΌg/mΒ³.
Is Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)'s air quality safe?
Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)'s current PM2.5 level is 38.0 ΞΌg/mΒ³. The WHO safe limit is 15 ΞΌg/mΒ³ for 24-hour exposure. This exceeds the safe limit and poses health risks.
What health risks does Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)'s air quality pose?
With a PM2.5 level of 38.0 ΞΌg/mΒ³, Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)'s air quality may cause minor health issues, particularly for people with respiratory conditions. It's advisable to limit outdoor activities during high pollution periods.
What is the current AQI in Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)?
The Real-Time Air Quality Index (AQI) in Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°) is 107. This is considered Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. AQI values above 100 indicate unhealthy air quality, especially for sensitive groups.
What is the main pollutant in Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)'s air?
The primary pollutant affecting Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)'s air quality is PM2.5. This pollutant is the main contributor to the current AQI of 107 and PM2.5 level of 38.0 ΞΌg/mΒ³.
How does Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)'s PM10 level compare to PM2.5?
Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)'s current PM10 level is 14.0 ΞΌg/mΒ³, while PM2.5 is 38.0 ΞΌg/mΒ³. PM10 particles are larger (2.5-10 micrometers) and less harmful than PM2.5, which can penetrate deep into the lungs and bloodstream.
What is the ozone (O3) level in Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)?
The current ozone (O3) level in Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°) is 3.4 ΞΌg/mΒ³. Ozone is a harmful gas that can cause respiratory problems, especially during physical activity. The WHO guideline for 8-hour exposure is 100 ΞΌg/mΒ³.
What are the nitrogen dioxide (NO2) levels in Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°)?
The nitrogen dioxide (NO2) level in Russia (Π‘ΠΏΠΈΡΠΈΠ΄ΠΎΠ½ΠΎΠ²ΠΊΠ°, ΠΠΎΡΠΊΠ²Π°) is currently 17.9 ΞΌg/mΒ³. NO2 is primarily produced by vehicle emissions and industrial processes. High levels can worsen respiratory conditions and increase susceptibility to respiratory infections.
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