Penang Moderate
Penang, Penang
Updated: Mar 14, 2026, 12:00 AM
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
This station reports an overall AQI but does not publish individual pollutant readings.
PM2.5 Forecast (next 7 days)
Health Guidance
Data from: Malaysia Department of Environment (DOE); Air Polluant Index Management System, World Air Quality Index Project
Is the air safe in Penang today?
The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Penang is 54, 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 Penang, Penang 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.