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PM2.5 Open Data

The PM2.5 Open Data API provides developers with free access to real-time air quality monitoring data, ideal for environmental projects and public health initiatives.

Developed by LASS Net

Live API
99.70%Uptime
180msLatency
122Stars
No AuthAuth
NoCredit Card
RESTStyle
1.0.0Version
API Endpoints

Reference for available routes, request structures, and live examples.

Retrieves PM2.5 air quality measurements

Full Endpoint URL
https://pm25.lass-net.org/pm2.5
Implementation Example
curl -X GET 'https://pm25.lass-net.org/pm2.5'
Request Payload
{
  "hours": 24,
  "device": "lass-device-001"
}
Expected Response
{
  "pm2.5": 12.4,
  "device": "lass-device-001",
  "location": [
    25.033,
    121.5654
  ],
  "timestamp": "2023-07-18T12:00:00Z"
}
Version:1.0.0
Real-World Applications
  • Integrating air quality data into public health monitoring applicationsOptimized Capability
  • Creating smart city dashboards for environmental data visualizationOptimized Capability
  • Developing research projects focused on pollution tracking and public health impactOptimized Capability
  • Building mobile apps that notify users of current air pollution levelsOptimized Capability
  • Environmental data reporting for weather or news websitesOptimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ Free and no authentication required
  • ✓ Real-time and historical PM2.5 data available
  • ✓ Simple RESTful API with JSON responses
  • ✓ Wide regional sensor coverage
  • ✓ Quick integration with minimal setup
Limitations
  • ✗ No official SDKs available
  • ✗ Limited support for other pollutants besides PM2.5
  • ✗ Basic rate limiting information not clearly defined
  • ✗ Latency can vary depending on sensor network load
  • ✗ No advanced features like predictive analytics or AI-powered insights

FAQs

API Specifications

1.0.0
Pricing Model
Free
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
6 Languages
SDK Support
REST Only
Time to Hello World

Less than 10 minutes - minimal setup required

Rate Limit

No enforced limits

Free Tier Usage

Full public access with unlimited requests and no authentication required

Use Case: Best For

Developers building environmental awareness tools, public health apps, and research platforms needing reliable PM2.5 data

Not Recommended For

Applications requiring secured or private air quality data access or advanced analytics

Resources

Documentation Official Website Pricing Details Postman Collection
#air-quality#environment

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