Best Apps for Monitoring Air Pollution in Serbia

When PM2.5 levels skyrocket during winter, having a reliable app on your phone is vital. Not all apps are created equal; some use official state stations, while others rely on community-based sensors.

Official vs. Community Data

The Serbian Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) provides highly accurate data but with limited coverage. Community networks like Klimerko offer street-level granularity, though they can be affected by high humidity.

AQI vs EU limits

AQI is a readability index (0–500), while EU directives define limits in µg/m³ (e.g., PM2.5 annual 25 µg/m³). Use both: index for quick alerts, concentrations for compliance understanding.

Alerts, widgets and health tips

Enable AQI alerts (e.g., >150). Add a home‑screen widget. During high pollution, use N95/FFP2 masks outdoors and HEPA purifiers indoors sized to the room’s area.

Recommended Apps

We recommend IQAir AirVisual for its global reach and forecasts, and xAir (formerly AirCare) for its localized data and health advice specific to the Balkan region.