Air quality in Glastonbury, Somerset
Predicted air pollution levels for the next 5 days.
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Today
Daily Air Quality Index (DAQI)Low air pollution expected across the UK on Monday with wet and windy conditions affecting much of the country as a band of rain moves southeast.
Thu Thursday
Daily Air Quality Index (DAQI)Low air pollution remaining across the UK on Tuesday as unsettled conditions continue.
Fri Friday
Daily Air Quality Index (DAQI)During Wednesday through Friday, Low air pollution is expected to persist under changeable weather conditions.
Sat Saturday
Daily Air Quality Index (DAQI)During Wednesday through Friday, Low air pollution is expected to persist under changeable weather conditions.
Sun Sunday
Daily Air Quality Index (DAQI)During Wednesday through Friday, Low air pollution is expected to persist under changeable weather conditions.
Latest at 5:45am on 17 December 2025
How you can reduce your exposure to air pollution
Long term exposure to air pollution (over years) can lead to many different health conditions and can reduce life expectancy.
You should try to reduce your exposure to air pollution where you can, even when levels are low.
Consider the following actions:
- take routes where there is less traffic, especially at busy times of day
- commute, walk or exercise in parks or other green spaces, if you are not affected by pollen
- if you exercise indoors, make sure the room is well ventilated
Get more advice on actions you can take to reduce your exposure to air pollution.
Health advice for low levels of air pollution
For most people, short term exposure to low levels of air pollution is not an issue.
For most people, short term exposure to low levels of air pollution is not an issue. Continue your usual outdoor activities.
Some people might experience symptoms due to air pollution, even when levels are low.
Adults and children with lung or heart conditions are at greater risk of experiencing symptoms.
Symptoms could include:
- coughing
- chest tightness and pain
- difficulty breathing
- worsening of asthma symptoms
- worsening of heart-related symptoms, such as heart palpitations
- worsening of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms
Follow your doctor or nurse's usual advice about physically demanding activities and managing your condition.
Follow your agreed management plan if you have one – for example, an asthma action plan. Ask your doctor or nurse for a plan if you do not have one.
Also consider the impact of other triggers on your symptoms – for example, high pollen outside or poor air quality indoors.
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.
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- Bristol Temple Way 22.3 miles away
- Bristol St Paul's 22.6 miles away
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 |
|---|---|---|
| PM2.5Low range 0 to 35 | 8.68 μg/m3 | Low |
| PM10Low range 0 to 50 | 12.5 μg/m3 | Low |
| Nitrogen dioxideLow range 0 to 200 | 36.72 μg/m3 | Low |
Latest measurement at 6am on 17 December 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 | 9 μg/m3 | Low |
| PM10Low range 0 to 50 | 15.46 μg/m3 | Low |
| Nitrogen dioxideLow range 0 to 200 | 29.45 μg/m3 | Low |
Latest measurement at 6am on 17 December 2025