Bangkok Suffers as Morning PM 2.5 Levels Spike Above Standards in Multiple Areas, Health Impact Threshold Reached

Don't forget to wear masks. This morning, Bangkok suffers as PM 2.5 dust levels surge beyond standards in many areas, reaching levels that start to impact health. Check the 12 districts with the highest PM 2.5 readings in Bangkok.

FacebookBangkok Metropolitan Air Quality Information CenterThe Bangkok Metropolitan Air Quality Information Center reported on the PM 2.5 dust situation in Bangkok on 13 Jan 2026 at 07:00 GMT+7. The citywide average was 43.3 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m³), exceeding the standard of 37.5 µg/m³. Here are the 12 districts with the highest PM 2.5 levels in Bangkok.

1. Bang Rak District: 62.5 µg/m³.

2. Pathum Wan District: 60.1 µg/m³.

3. Chatuchak District: 52.9 µg/m³.

4. Sathorn District: 52.2 µg/m³.

5. Lat Krabang District: 51.2 µg/m³.

6. Nong Khaem District: 50 µg/m³.

7. Ratchathewi District: 49.5 µg/m³.

8. Khlong Sam Wa District: 48.1 µg/m³.

9. Bang Sue District: 47.9 µg/m³.

10. Prawet District: 47.8 µg/m³.

11. Min Buri District: 46.8 µg/m³.

12. Bang Kho Laem District: 46.7 µg/m³.

• Northern Bangkok: 39.8 - 52.9 µg/m³. Overall: Levels beginning to affect health.
• Eastern Bangkok: 37.1 - 51.2 µg/m³. Overall: Levels beginning to affect health.
• Central Bangkok: 34.1 - 49.5 µg/m³. Overall: Levels beginning to affect health.
• Southern Bangkok: 33.3 - 62.5 µg/m³. Overall: Levels beginning to affect health.
• Northern Thonburi: 38.3 - 44.9 µg/m³. Overall: Levels beginning to affect health.
• Southern Thonburi: 38.2 - 50 µg/m³. Overall: Levels beginning to affect health.

Particulate matter is trending upward, with overall air quality at levels that start to affect health. Health advisory: Orange level air quality indicates health impacts beginning.

• General public: Use protective equipment such as PM 2.5 masks whenever going outdoors. Limit the duration of strenuous outdoor activities or exercise. Watch for abnormal symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, or eye irritation.
• At-risk groups: Use protective equipment like PM 2.5 masks every time you go outside. Avoid strenuous outdoor activities or exercise. Follow medical advice and seek prompt medical attention if symptoms appear.

Thanks to the Facebook page of the Bangkok Metropolitan Air Quality Information Center.