What is the air quality in Christchurch today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Christchurch is 10 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 2.54 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Christchurch right now?

The current temperature in Christchurch is 8.7°C (feels like 4.2°C). Humidity is 84.9% and wind speed is 41.2 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Christchurch?

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities. The UV Index is 0.7 (Low).

Air Quality in Christchurch, New Zealand

Windy

8.7°C · 84.9% humidity

8.7°

Feels 4.2°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

3 stations

Nearby Monitoring Stations

AQI Forecast

24 7pm

10 10pm

19 1am

22 4am

23 7am

24 10am

24 1pm

25 4pm

Air Quality Index Trend

45h · 3 stn

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Christchurch's air quality is generally good but can be impacted by bushfire smoke, dust storms, and vehicle emissions. Seasonal fire events can cause significant temporary air quality deterioration.

84.9%

Humidity

41.2 km/h

Wind SW

1018.8 hPa

Pressure

0.7

UV Low

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5

2.54 µg/m³

PM10▲

13.7 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Christchurch?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.5 Trend

45h · 3 stations

PM2.52.54 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1013.7 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX0.7

Low

Station readings (3 stations within 25 km)

2.54

Median

6.97

Average

1.91

Low

15.9

High

PM2.5 µg/m³ · Model: 5.8 · Bias: +3.3

What is the 7-day forecast for Christchurch?

09-05

10.6° 7.0°

0.25 mm

09-06

10.2° 4.7°

0.13 mm

09-07

15.2° 7.9°

0.06 mm

09-08

18.7° 10.2°

0.06 mm

09-09

14.7° 12.5°

09-10

14.3° 8.8°

4.12 mm

09-11

16.8° 6.1°

Both models agree Avg diff: 4.0°C

Where are air quality stations near Christchurch?

St Albans EP

2.8 km PM2.5: 2.5 µg/m³ PM10: 3.4 µg/m³

Woolston, New Zealand

4.0 km PM2.5: 1.2 µg/m³

Woolston, New Zealand

4.0 km PM2.5: 3.1 µg/m³

Woolston, New Zealand

4.0 km PM2.5: 2.4 µg/m³

Woolston, New Zealand

4.0 km PM2.5: 1.9 µg/m³

Woolston, New Zealand

4.0 km PM2.5: 1.0 µg/m³

Kaiapoi, New Zealand

16.8 km PM2.5: 15.9 µg/m³

Kaiapoi, New Zealand

16.8 km PM2.5: 1.2 µg/m³

Kaiapoi, New Zealand

16.8 km PM2.5: 2.6 µg/m³

Kaiapoi, New Zealand

16.8 km PM2.5: 8.2 µg/m³

What cities are near Christchurch?

10 Rolleston 93 Rangiora 13 Ashburton 5 Timaru 25 Richmond 25 Blenheim 25 Stoke 25 Nelson 26 Karori 26 Wellington

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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 2026-09-05T10:57 UTC.