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Air quality in Stralsund: fine dust and ozone in focus!
Stralsund, September 20, 2025: Current air quality data on fine dust and ozone show important health aspects and recommendations for citizens.
Air quality in Stralsund: fine dust and ozone in focus!
In Stralsund today everything revolves around the topic of air quality. According to the current measurement of the Baltic Sea newspaper The city now appears in a very positive light when it comes to air. The measuring station on Knieperdamm records important values that are crucial for the health of city residents. Fine dust (PM10) is measured per cubic meter of air, with the limit value being 50 particles, which may be exceeded 35 times per year.
The air quality in Stralsund is assessed based on three values: fine dust, nitrogen dioxide and ozone. There are clear limits that indicate the health impact. The value assessment is divided into four categories – from “very bad” to “very good”. Particularly during periods of severe air pollution, sensitive groups are advised to avoid physical exertion outdoors.
Current measurements and recommendations
For today's measurement we have the following limit values in mind:
- Sehr schlecht: Stickstoffdioxid > 200 μg/m³, Feinstaub > 100 μg/m³, Ozon > 240 μg/m³
- Schlecht: Stickstoffdioxid 101-200 μg/m³, Feinstaub 51-100 μg/m³, Ozon 181-240 μg/m³
- Mäßig: Stickstoffdioxid 41-100 μg/m³, Feinstaub 35-50 μg/m³, Ozon 121-180 μg/m³
The air conditions in Stralsund seem to be pleasant, which also puts the city in the air quality rankings in Germany. Loud IQAir Stralsund-Knieperdamm even takes first place when it comes to air quality.
Sustainable problems and New Year's Eve
However, not everything is in vain: the EU records around 240,000 premature deaths every year due to particulate matter. The New Year's Eve fireworks also have an impact on air quality. It is estimated that around 1,500 tonnes of fine dust is released on New Year's Eve, accounting for an impressive 75% of the annual amount. Significant pollution can actually be felt during this time, even if particulate matter from fireworks is not the main cause compared to year-round pollution.
The population is also informed about the health risks posed by invisible but dangerous dust particles. In general, if the air quality is poor, sensitive people in particular should be careful when spending time outdoors.
Overall, Stralsund is a city with good air quality, supported by an active awareness of the health-relevant effects of air pollution. The goal remains to keep the air clean in the future - a concern that is important not only to the city, but also to its residents.