PM 2.5 Levels Today, 6 Apr: Several Areas in Bangkok Exceed Standards, Starting to Affect Health

This morning, PM 2.5 levels in Bangkok exceeded standards in several areas. The air quality is at the orange level, indicating the start of health impacts.

FacebookBangkok Air Quality Information CenterThe Bangkok Air Quality Information Center reports the PM 2.5 dust situation in Bangkok on 6 April 2026 at 07:00, with an average Bangkok value of 36.5 micrograms per cubic meter (µg/m³), within the standard limit of no more than 37.5 µg/m³.

Top 12 areas with the highest PM 2.5 levels in Bangkok

1. Nong Chok district: 45 µg/m³

2. Bang Khun Thian district: 44.9 µg/m³

3. Bang Kho Laem district: 44.2 µg/m³

4. Lat Krabang district: 43.8 µg/m³

5. Ratchathewi district: 43.5 µg/m³

6. Wang Thonglang district: 42.1 µg/m³

7. Khlong Toei district: 42.1 µg/m³

8. Lak Si district: 41.3 µg/m³

9. Sathorn district: 41 µg/m³

10. Prawet district: 39.5 µg/m³

11. Samphanthawong district: 39.2 µg/m³

12. Pathum Wan district: 39 µg/m³

• Northern Bangkok: 34.2 - 41.3 µg/m³ overall: moderate level
• Eastern Bangkok: 32 - 45 µg/m³ overall: starting to affect health
• Central Bangkok: 30 - 43.5 µg/m³ overall: moderate level
• Southern Bangkok: 31 - 44.2 µg/m³ overall: moderate level
• Northern Thonburi: 32.3 - 38.2 µg/m³ overall: moderate level
• Southern Thonburi: 31.8 - 44.9 µg/m³ overall: moderate level

Dust levels tend to increase. Overall air quality is moderate. Health advice for orange-level air quality: beginning to affect health.

• General public: Use protective equipment such as PM 2.5 masks whenever going outdoors. Limit the duration of outdoor activities or strenuous exercise. Watch for symptoms like coughing, difficulty breathing, or eye irritation.
• At-risk groups: Use protective equipment such as PM 2.5 masks whenever going outdoors. Avoid strenuous outdoor activities or exercise. Follow medical advice and see a doctor promptly if abnormal symptoms develop.

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