What is the air quality in Richards Bay today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Richards Bay is 2 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 0.38 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Richards Bay right now?

The current temperature in Richards Bay is 28.6°C (feels like 32.2°C). Humidity is 59.2% and wind speed is 52.9 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Richards Bay?

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

Air Quality in Richards Bay, South Africa

Windy

28.6°C · 59.2% humidity

28.6°

Feels 32.2°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

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Air Quality Index Trend

42h · 4 stn

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Richards Bay'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.

59.2%

Humidity

52.9 km/h

Wind SSE

1008.4 hPa

Pressure

0.0

UV Low

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5

0.38 µg/m³

PM10▲

13.7 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Richards Bay?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.5 Trend

42h · 4 stations

PM2.50.38 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1013.7 µg/m³

Good

UV INDEX0.0

Low

Station readings (7 stations within 25 km)

0.38

Median

1.84

Average

0.2

Low

10.8

High

PM2.5 µg/m³ · Model: 5.8 · Bias: +5.4

What is the 7-day forecast for Richards Bay?

11-01

28.6° 21.0°

4.44 mm

11-02

34.7° 17.1°

0.94 mm

11-03

25.6° 18.3°

7.0 mm

11-04

34.1° 16.2°

2.12 mm

11-05

30.2° 18.8°

1.19 mm

11-06

26.4° 17.8°

0.75 mm

11-07

25.1° 15.4°

1.88 mm

Both models agree Avg diff: 4.8°C

Where are air quality stations near Richards Bay?

Brackenham - RBCAA, King Cetshwayo, South Africa

1.6 km PM2.5: 0.2 µg/m³

Brackenham - RBCAA, King Cetshwayo, South Africa

1.6 km PM2.5: 0.5 µg/m³

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Arboretum - RBCAA

4.2 km

CBD RBCAA-NAQI, King Cetshwayo, South Africa

4.4 km PM2.5: 0.2 µg/m³

CBD RBCAA-NAQI, King Cetshwayo, South Africa

4.4 km PM2.5: 0.2 µg/m³

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CBD RBCAA-NAQI, King Cetshwayo, South Africa

4.4 km

Felixton - RBCAA, King Cetshwayo, South Africa

14.9 km PM2.5: 0.5 µg/m³

Felixton - RBCAA, King Cetshwayo, South Africa

14.9 km PM2.5: 0.5 µg/m³

What cities are near Richards Bay?

7 Empangeni 38 eSikhaleni 36 Mtubatuba 41 Eshowe 38 Mandeni 40 Ulundi 51 KwaDukuza 34 Shakaskraal 27 Ballitoville 27 Tongaat

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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 2026-11-01T13:07 UTC.