What is the air quality in Upington today?

The current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Upington is 41 (Good). PM2.5 concentration is 9.75 µg/m³.

What is the temperature in Upington right now?

The current temperature in Upington is 7.7°C (feels like 2.7°C). Humidity is 29.1% and wind speed is 43.3 km/h.

Is it safe to go outside in Upington?

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

Air Quality in Upington, South Africa

Windy

7.7°C · 29.1% humidity

7.7°

Feels 2.7°

Good

Air quality is satisfactory. Enjoy outdoor activities.

Model forecast

Nearby Monitoring Stations

AQI Forecast

25 3pm

41 6pm

33 9pm

29 12am

28 3am

27 6am

34 9am

27 12pm

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Upington'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.

29.1%

Humidity

43.3 km/h

Wind S

1024.9 hPa

Pressure

0.7

UV Low

GoodModerateUSGUnhealthyVery UnhealthyHazardous

Which pollutant is driving the AQI?

PM2.5

9.75 µg/m³

PM10▲

59.3 µg/m³

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What is the weather forecast for Upington?

Temperature & Precipitation

PM2.59.75 µg/m³ ✓ WHO

Good

PM1059.3 µg/m³

Moderate

UV INDEX0.7

Low

What is the 7-day forecast for Upington?

07-21

24.5° 7.7°

07-22

18.5° 5.1°

07-23

23.6° 13.5°

07-24

24.0° 10.8°

07-25

26.6° 7.2°

07-26

25.5° 11.2°

07-27

21.5° 11.2°

Both models agree Avg diff: 4.0°C

What cities are near Upington?

40 Postmasburg 41 De Aar

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Data sources: Weather forecast from ECMWF (IFS & CAMS models). AQI calculated using US EPA standard. Updated 2026-07-21T16:51 UTC.