What is the air quality in Christchurch today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Christchurch is 42 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 10.1 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Christchurch right now?

The current temperature in Christchurch is 16.9°C (feels like 16.9°C). Humidity is 41.9% and wind speed is 62.5 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Christchurch?

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities. The UV Index is 2.9 (Moderate).

Air Quality in Christchurch, United Kingdom

Windy

16.9°C · 41.9% humidity

16.9°

Feels 16.9°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

3 stations

Nearby Monitoring Stations

AQI Forecast

54 5am

42 8am

31 11am

27 2pm

28 5pm

27 8pm

27 11pm

34 2am

Air Quality Index Trend

44h · 2 stn

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Christchurch's air quality is shaped by traffic emissions and residential heating. Pollution levels tend to peak during winter months when cold air traps emissions close to ground level.

41.9%

Humidity

62.5 km/h

Wind ENE

1013.3 hPa

Pressure

2.9

UV Moderate

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5▲

10.1 µg/m³

PM10

13.7 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Christchurch?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.5 Trend

44h · 2 stations

PM2.510.1 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1013.7 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX2.9

Moderate

Station readings (3 stations within 25 km)

10.1

Median

10.57

Average

9.6

Low

11.5

High

PM2.5 µg/m³ · Model: 6.0 · Bias: -4.1

What is the 7-day forecast for Christchurch?

07-22

22.9° 16.9°

0.25 mm

07-23

20.5° 15.5°

07-24

18.3° 15.0°

2.56 mm

07-25

25.6° 11.7°

0.31 mm

07-26

23.9° 12.5°

1.0 mm

07-27

23.3° 16.2°

3.19 mm

07-28

25.3° 15.5°

Both models agree Avg diff: 3.3°C

Where are air quality stations near Christchurch?

Christchurch Barrack Road, United Kingdom

0.1 km PM2.5: 7.4 µg/m³

Christchurch Barrack Road, United Kingdom

0.1 km PM2.5: 7.2 µg/m³

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

3.2 km PM2.5: 7.0 µg/m³

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

3.2 km PM2.5: 6.0 µg/m³

What cities are near Christchurch?

45 Bournemouth 43 New Milton 45 Ferndown 45 Poole 41 Lymington 32 Totton 32 Hythe 32 Southampton 26 Cowes 32 Romsey

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Data sources: AQI from ground-level monitoring stations via AQICN. Weather forecast from ECMWF (IFS & CAMS models). AQI calculated using US EPA standard. Updated 2026-07-22T07:49 UTC.