District in Manila, Philippines
Air quality in Makati
Polluted
The annual average PM2.5 in Makati was 22 µg/m³ in 2016, about 4.4 times the WHO guideline of 5 µg/m³. Traffic fumes keep PM2.5 elevated year-round, worst in the dry months.
Key facts
- PM2.5: 22 µg/m³ yearly average (2016). Measured at Pasay city, 3 km away.
- Worst months: Jan–Mar.
Air quality across Philippines
Quick answers
Is the air in Makati bad?
Polluted: 22 µg/m³ of PM2.5 on average, 4.4× the WHO guideline. It's usually worst in Jan–Mar.
When is the air worst in Makati?
Traffic fumes keep PM2.5 elevated year-round, worst in the dry months.
How does Makati compare with the rest of Philippines?
People in Philippines breathe 22 µg/m³ of PM2.5 on average (2023, World Bank/WHO), against 22 µg/m³ measured here.
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Sources
- WHO Ambient Air Quality Database
- WHO air quality guidelines (2021)
- Live air quality map (WAQI)
- City of Makati
- Makati Medical Center
- Grab Philippines
- Department of Tourism
Annual averages are measured values reported to the WHO; check a live map for today's air. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.