Athens Moderate
Athens, Attica
Updated: May 11, 2026, 7:00 PM
Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Current Weather
Pollutant Breakdown
Dominant pollutant: PM10
PM2.5 Forecast (next 7 days)
Health Guidance
Data from: ΥΠΟΥΡΓΕΙΟ ΠΕΡΙΒΑΛΛΟΝΤΟΣ ΚΑΙ ΕΝΕΡΓΕΙΑΣ - Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy, European Environment Agency, World Air Quality Index Project
Is the air safe in Athens today?
The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Athens is 51, which is classified as "Moderate". Air quality is acceptable. However, there may be a risk for some people, particularly those who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.
The AQI scale runs from 0 to 500. Values of 0–50 are Good, 51–100 are Moderate, 101–150 are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, 151–200 are Unhealthy, 201–300 are Very Unhealthy, and 301–500 are Hazardous.
Air quality in Athens, Attica is monitored by local environmental agencies and reported through the World Air Quality Index project. Data is updated hourly and includes PM2.5, PM10, ozone, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and carbon monoxide.