What is the air quality in Newcastle today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Newcastle is 40 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 9.6 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Newcastle right now?

The current temperature in Newcastle is 39.6°C (feels like 39.6°C). Humidity is 7.4% and wind speed is 57.7 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Newcastle?

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities. The UV Index is 0.0 (Low).

Air Quality in Newcastle, South Africa

Windy

39.6°C · 7.4% humidity

39.6°

Feels 39.6°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

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Newcastle's air quality is influenced by vehicle emissions, biomass burning, dust, and industrial activity. Dry seasons and Harmattan winds can significantly elevate particulate pollution levels.

7.4%

Humidity

57.7 km/h

Wind WNW

1004.7 hPa

Pressure

0.0

UV Low

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5▲

9.6 µg/m³

PM10

41.2 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Newcastle?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.59.6 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1041.2 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX0.0

Low

What is the 7-day forecast for Newcastle?

11-01

39.6° 18.2°

1.87 mm

11-02

35.0° 13.8°

3.25 mm

11-03

31.9° 11.1°

7.81 mm

11-04

27.6° 12.0°

21.63 mm

11-05

28.9° 14.9°

1.25 mm

11-06

29.1° 14.2°

0.19 mm

11-07

25.3° 14.2°

0.38 mm

Both models agree Avg diff: 5.1°C

What cities are near Newcastle?

28 Volksrust 66 Glencoe 66 Dundee 70 Daggakraal 54 Mondlo 28 Vrede 54 Vryheid 66 Ladysmith 54 Harrismith 40 Driefontein

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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 2026-11-01T13:08 UTC.