Singapore has been blanketed by thick haze again, pushing the nation’s air quality into an unhealthy range, for the first time in seven years. Today, moderate to dense smoke plumes from persistent fires in Indonesia’s Kalimantan have continued to drift across the region affecting Singapore air quality. The sudden shift has heavily impacted all five sectors of the island-state on September 15. Meanwhile, this weather event is triggering widespread health concerns. Here’s the latest on the haze in Singapore.
The 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) climbed rapidly throughout the morning, affecting every corner of the country. At its peak, the central region recorded a high of 154 before slightly dipping. By 11am, the air quality breakdown looked grim across the board:
- Central: Hovering at 143, making it the hardest-hit area of the island.
- West & East: Recording elevated unhealthy readings of 121 and 119.
- South & North: The south stood at 103, while the north briefly tipped into the unhealthy range before settling just under the threshold at 99.
How long will the haze last in Singapore?
Unfortunately, the smog is likely to linger. The National Environment Agency (NEA) has warned that dry weather conditions are expected to persist in the region. Plus, prevailing winds blowing from the southeast to east-southeast also impacts Singapore PSI.
Residents are advised to monitor the air quality closely, keep windows closed when necessary, and take precautions when planning outdoor activities. See our haze protection guide.
Additionally, the fast-approaching Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, scheduled for October 9 to 11 could be at risk of haze—so race organizers are on high alert. Learn more about this here. If air quality remains hazardous, we can expect protocol to mirror the severe 2019 haze race weekend.
