Check today's PM 2.5 dust levels in Bangkok, which are trending upward. One area, Lat Krabang District, exceeds the orange standard level, indicating early health impacts. Residents are advised to use protective gear, wear masks, and avoid strenuous outdoor activities.
On 14 Nov 2026, the Bangkok Air Quality Information Center summarized PM 2.5 measurements for Saturday, 14 November 2026, from 05:00 to 07:00 (the latest 3 hours) as follows:
At 07:00, PM 2.5 levels ranged from 20.9 to 37.8 micrograms per cubic meter, trending higher compared to the same time yesterday. One area exceeded the orange-level standard, which begins to affect health (limit 37.5 micrograms per cubic meter): Lat Krabang District, in front of Nakornphiban Hospital on Lat Krabang Road, with a value of 37.8 micrograms per cubic meter.
Related factors (forecasted weather conditions affecting PM 2.5 levels based on meteorological data):
- From 14-20 Nov, ventilation is expected to be "moderate to good."
- There is a chance of rain in some areas throughout this period.
- Risk of air stagnation (temperature inversion).
From 14-20 Nov, the risk level for inversion is "none," except on 18 Nov, when it is "moderate."
• North/east winds are "light to weak."
• Dust accumulation risk is "low."
• Today's forecast: mostly cloudy, temperatures rising by 1-2 degrees Celsius, with a 10% chance of rain over the area.
Satellite hotspot data from NASA show no abnormal heat sources detected over the Bangkok area.
Health recommendations
Orange air quality level: beginning to affect health.
If citizens see pollution sources, they can report via Traffy Fondue and check air quality before leaving home through:
Information courtesy of Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's Facebook page.