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TrueBreath - Smoke Equivalence Calculator - Sydney

Health

Check Sydney's air quality and see how many cigarettes worth of smoke you're breathing. Real-time PM2.5 data and health impact calculator.

The Hero Stat

Breathing air in Cook And Phillip Sydney East today =

Smoking 1.3 Cigarettes

Based on PM2.5 level: 29.0 μg/m³

The Math

Berkeley Earth Rule: 22 μg/m³ of PM2.5 ≈ 1 cigarette

Current PM2.5: 29.0 μg/m³

Calculation: 29.0 ÷ 22 = 1.32 cigarettes

Life Lost

You lost approx 0.2 hours of life expectancy today

Based on: 1.3 cigarettes × 11 minutes per cigarette

PM2.5 Level

Current PM2.5

29.0 μg/m³

WHO Safe Limit

15 μg/m³

1.9x above safe limit

Air Quality Details

AQI

29

Good

Main Pollutant

PM2.5

PM10

16.0

O3

19.3

Last updated: 1/7/2026, 3:00:00 AM

Most common question related to Cook And Phillip Sydney East's Air Quality

How many cigarettes is Cook And Phillip Sydney East's air equivalent to?

Breathing air in Cook And Phillip Sydney East is equivalent to smoking approximately 1.3 cigarettes per day, based on the current PM2.5 level of 29.0 μg/m³.

Is Cook And Phillip Sydney East's air quality safe?

Cook And Phillip Sydney East's current PM2.5 level is 29.0 μg/m³. The WHO safe limit is 15 μg/m³ for 24-hour exposure. This exceeds the safe limit and poses health risks.

What health risks does Cook And Phillip Sydney East's air quality pose?

With a PM2.5 level of 29.0 μg/m³, Cook And Phillip Sydney East'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 Cook And Phillip Sydney East?

The Real-Time Air Quality Index (AQI) in Cook And Phillip Sydney East is 29. This is considered Good. AQI values above 100 indicate unhealthy air quality, especially for sensitive groups.

What is the main pollutant in Cook And Phillip Sydney East's air?

The primary pollutant affecting Cook And Phillip Sydney East's air quality is PM2.5. This pollutant is the main contributor to the current AQI of 29 and PM2.5 level of 29.0 μg/m³.

How does Cook And Phillip Sydney East's PM10 level compare to PM2.5?

Cook And Phillip Sydney East's current PM10 level is 16.0 μg/m³, while PM2.5 is 29.0 μg/m³. 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 Cook And Phillip Sydney East?

The current ozone (O3) level in Cook And Phillip Sydney East is 19.3 μg/m³. Ozone is a harmful gas that can cause respiratory problems, especially during physical activity. The WHO guideline for 8-hour exposure is 100 μg/m³.

What are the nitrogen dioxide (NO2) levels in Cook And Phillip Sydney East?

The nitrogen dioxide (NO2) level in Cook And Phillip Sydney East is currently 6.9 μg/m³. NO2 is primarily produced by vehicle emissions and industrial processes. High levels can worsen respiratory conditions and increase susceptibility to respiratory infections.