Jakarta's Air Quality Hits Unhealthy Levels, Ranks Among World's Worst

Air quality monitoring on August 5, 2026 recorded an AQI of 170 in several Jakarta districts, with PM2.5 concentrations of 83 µg/m³, placing the city in the "unhealthy" category. Residents, especially vulnerable groups, were advised to limit outdoor activities and wear masks.

Data from IQAir on a Friday morning showed Jakarta ranking sixth globally for poor air quality, with an AQI of 139 and PM2.5 at 70 µg/m³, putting the capital among the ten worst‑polluted cities worldwide. The provincial government, led by Governor Pramono Anung, urged mask use, window closure, and expanded public‑transport services to curb private‑vehicle emissions.