Air quality in Glastonbury, Somerset
The air pollution forecast for today is moderate on a scale of low to very high, 4 out of 10
The forecast for the next 4 days
- Wed
- Moderate
- Thu
- Low
- Fri
- Low
- Sat
- Low
UK forecast
Today
Areas of Moderate air pollution through Wales and southern England, mainly Low levels of air pollution elsewhere with isolated pockets of Moderate.
Wednesday
Areas of Moderate air pollution through Wales and southern England, mainly Low levels of air pollution elsewhere.
Thursday to Monday
Predominantly Low levels of air pollution with isolated pockets of Moderate air pollution.
Latest at 5am on 13 May 2025
Health advice for moderate levels of air pollution
For most people, short term exposure to moderate levels of air pollution is not an issue.
Adults who have heart problems and feel unwell should consider doing less strenuous exercise, especially outside.
People with asthma should be prepared to use their reliever inhaler.
Older people should consider doing less strenuous activity, especially outside.
How different levels of air pollution can affect health
| Level | Health advice |
|---|---|
| Low | Enjoy your usual outdoor activities. |
| Moderate | For most people, short term exposure to moderate levels of air pollution is not an issue. Adults who have heart problems and feel unwell should consider doing less strenuous exercise, especially outside. People with asthma should be prepared to use their reliever inhaler. Older people should consider doing less strenuous activity, especially outside. |
| High | Anyone experiencing discomfort such as sore eyes, cough or sore throat should consider reducing activity, particularly outdoors. Adults with heart problems should reduce strenuous physical exertion, particularly outdoors, especially if they experience symptoms. People with asthma may find they need to use their reliever inhaler more often. Older people should reduce physical exertion. |
| Very high | Reduce physical exertion, particularly outdoors, especially if you experience symptoms such as cough or sore throat. Adults with heart problems should avoid strenuous physical activity. People with asthma may need to use their reliever inhaler more often. Older people should avoid strenuous physical activity. |
How air pollutants can affect your health
Particulate matter (PM)
Particulate matter are tiny pieces of solid or liquid particles suspended in the air. They come from sources like car tyres, brakes, exhausts, dust, wood burning and pollen.
Gases
Produced by burning fossil fuels. For example, in cars, power stations and factories.
Air pollutants monitored near by
Readings are measured every hour. The unit µg/m3 stands for micrograms (one millionth of a gram) per cubic metre of air.
Charlton Mackrell
6.4 miles away
This monitoring area is in small settlements or areas with natural ecosystems, forests or crops. It is located so pollutant measurements do not come from one specific source.
| Pollutants | Latest | Level |
|---|---|---|
| PM2.5Low range 0 to 35 | 8 μg/m3 | Low |
| PM10Low range 0 to 50 | 31 μg/m3 | Low |
| Nitrogen dioxideLow range 0 to 200 | 5 μg/m3 | Low |
| OzoneLow range 0 to 100 | 70 μg/m3 | Low |
Latest measurement at 11pm on 12 May 2025
Bristol Temple Way
22.3 miles away
This monitoring area is located in a city or a town close to roads, motorways or highways.
| Pollutants | Latest | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Nitrogen dioxideLow range 0 to 200 | 40 μg/m3 | Low |
Latest measurement at 11pm on 12 May 2025
Bristol St Paul's
22.6 miles away
This monitoring area is located in a city or a town. It is located so pollutant measurements do not come from one specific source.
| Pollutants | Latest | Level |
|---|---|---|
| PM2.5Low range 0 to 35 | 4 μg/m3 | Low |
| PM10Low range 0 to 50 | 15 μg/m3 | Low |
| Nitrogen dioxideLow range 0 to 200 | 25 μg/m3 | Low |
| OzoneLow range 0 to 100 | 55 μg/m3 | Low |
Latest measurement at 11pm on 12 May 2025