What does degraded air mean?
Fine particles can irritate the airways, especially in asthmatic people, children and seniors. Ozone often increases with heat and can make effort more strenuous.
Pollution and physical activity
Air quality in Toulouse
Air quality in Toulouse directly influences effort, asthma, irritation and fatigue. The challenge is not only to know the AQI, but to know if an outing, a bike ride or a sport session remains reasonable.
View today's health synthesisMonitored pollutantsPM2.5, PM10, NO₂, O₃
Quick decisionOutdoor or indoor sport
To monitorOzone peaks in the afternoon
Concrete advice
If the air is average or poor, avoid intense effort near roads, favor calmer routes and ventilate rather when traffic is lower.
For sensitive profiles
Asthma, pregnancy, child or senior: in case of cough, wheezing or unusual shortness of breath, limit exposure and ask for advice quickly.
Useful advice
To do today
- Postpone sport to the morning
- Avoid main roads during rush hours
- Keep rescue treatment accessible in case of asthma