Prayagraj Monsoon: What It Means for Sangam Pilgrimage and River Level
Everything live for Prayagraj, in one place.
Air is unhealthy today and better than yesterday. Expect heavy rain after 8 AM.
📊 Cost of Living & Breathing Index in Prayagraj: 60/100 (Fair)
Rank #170 of 261 tracked cities · flat vs 30 days ago
What's driving this score
Score starts at 100 and only tracks two things: today's air quality and how the local fuel price compares to the national average. Prayagraj's AQI of 371 took off 40 points; fuel here is at or below the national average and took off 0 more - leaving 60/100. This isn't a full cost-of-living measure, only these two.
🕒 Updated 3 Sep 2026, 12:00am
🌬️ Live Air Quality in Prayagraj Today: 371 (Very Poor)
Down 60 points from yesterday
Last 7 days
Pollutant breakdown
CO is driving Prayagraj's Air Quality Index (AQI) right now - it's the pollutant with the worst sub-index, which is what the overall number is based on (the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)'s National AQI methodology takes the worst reading, not an average).
🕒 Updated 3 Sep, 4:20 AM IST · next refresh in ~156 min
🌦️ Live Weather in Prayagraj Today: 26°C, Light rain shower
94% humidity · down 0° yesterday
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🕒 Updated 3 Sep, 7:34 AM IST · next refresh in ~5 min
⛽ Prayagraj Petrol and Diesel Rates Today: ₹101.86 and ₹95.36
🕉 Prayagraj Auspicious Times for Today
Sunrise 6:21 AM · Sunset 7:04 PM · Rahu Kalam 12:43 PM-2:19 PM
🏦 Prayagraj Bank Status Today: Open
Banks open today · next closure 4 Sep
Banks in Uttar Pradesh are open today.
Next closure: Janmashtami/Krishna Jayanthi, 4 Sep (in 1 day)🔔 Weather Alerts for Prayagraj Today
No active IMD weather alerts for Uttar Pradesh right now.
📍 Compare Prayagraj with Nearby Cities
vs Siddharthnagar, Kushinagar and 4 more nearby cities
| City | Distance | AQI | vs Prayagraj | Temp | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prayagraj YOU ARE HERE | — | 371 | — | 26°C | 70% |
| Siddharthnagar 🌦️ 🌬️ ⛽ | 0 km | — | — | 26°C | 70% |
| Kushinagar 🌦️ 🌬️ ⛽ | 0 km | — | — | 26°C | 70% |
| Chitrakoot 🌦️ 🌬️ ⛽ | 0 km | — | — | 26°C | 70% |
| Mirzapur 🌦️ 🌬️ ⛽ | 15 km | — | — | 26°C | 70% |
| Bhadohi 🌦️ 🌬️ ⛽ | 27 km | — | — | 26°C | 72% |
| Varanasi 🌦️ 🌬️ ⛽ | 31 km | 324 | ✓ 13% better | 26°C | 61% |
🌾 Live Prayagraj Mandi Prices Today: Firewood ₹300, Groundnut ₹7,617
Showing 1–1 of 1 markets
Prayagraj APMC (Prayagraj)5 items
- Firewood₹300/q
- Groundnut₹7,617/q
- Onion₹3,000/q
- Tomato₹2,000/q
- Wood₹506/q
📮 Prayagraj PIN Codes / Postal Index Number
425 post offices across 56 PIN codes in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
Showing 91–120 of 425 post offices
| Post Office | Pincode | Office Type | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
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Bihariya BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212108 | BO | Delivery |
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Bilari BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
221502 | BO | Delivery |
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Birpur BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212307 | BO | Delivery |
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Bisari BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212306 | BO | Delivery |
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Bisauna BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
211012 | BO | Delivery |
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Bithauli BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
221502 | BO | Delivery |
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Bomapur BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212109 | BO | Delivery |
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Buir BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
221508 | BO | Delivery |
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C D A P SO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
211014 | PO | Delivery |
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Cavellary Lines SO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
211004 | PO | Delivery |
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Central PO Kumbh Mela SO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
211020 | PO | Delivery |
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Chaka BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
221508 | BO | Delivery |
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Chaka BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
211008 | BO | Delivery |
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Chamrupur Urf Nantaut BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212402 | BO | Delivery |
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Chamu BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212106 | BO | Delivery |
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Chandopara BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212402 | BO | Delivery |
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Chandpur BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212502 | BO | Delivery |
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Chanethu BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212401 | BO | Delivery |
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Chhapar BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212110 | BO | Delivery |
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Chhata BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212507 | BO | Delivery |
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Chhatahra BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212107 | BO | Delivery |
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Chhatnag BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
211019 | BO | Delivery |
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Chheoki SO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212105 | PO | Delivery |
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Chhibaiya BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
211019 | BO | Delivery |
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Chhiri BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212107 | BO | Delivery |
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Chhitpalgarh BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212507 | BO | Delivery |
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Chilla BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212107 | BO | Delivery |
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Chiraon BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212306 | BO | Delivery |
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Chowki BO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
212305 | BO | Delivery |
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CRPF Group Center Ismailganj SO Prayagraj Division · Uttar Pradesh Circle |
211022 | PO | Delivery |
How is Prayagraj's AQI calculated?
The Air Quality Index combines PM2.5, PM10, NO₂, SO₂, CO and O₃ readings from CPCB-monitored stations into one 0–500 score, using whichever pollutant reads worst as the overall number rather than an average of all of them. Today the dominant pollutant driving that number in Prayagraj is CO. Prayagraj's current AQI of 371 falls in the "Very Poor" band (301–400).
Is Prayagraj's air quality safe today?
Not fully - Prayagraj is at Very Poor today (AQI 371). Avoid outdoor exertion. Wear a mask outside; sensitive groups should stay indoors.
Are mandi prices rising or falling in Prayagraj?
Firewood has risen 0.0% at Prayagraj's mandi in the latest reporting cycle - the biggest mover among commodities tracked there right now. Mandi (wholesale) prices update daily from Government of India data.gov.in reports.
What are today's petrol and diesel prices in Prayagraj?
Petrol is ₹101.86/L, diesel ₹95.36/L, for Uttar Pradesh (no city-level station for Prayagraj yet). Fuel prices are revised daily and can vary slightly by station. The base crude and refinery cost is the same nationwide - state VAT and cess are what make petrol cheaper or pricier just across a state line.
Why does Prayagraj's gold price match the national rate?
Gold is one national spot rate, not set city by city - Prayagraj's price tracks the same international gold market and the day's USD/INR exchange rate as everywhere else in India.
Are banks open in Prayagraj today?
Yes - banks in Uttar Pradesh are open today. Next closure: Janmashtami/Krishna Jayanthi, 4 Sep.
What is Rahu Kalam in Prayagraj today?
Rahu Kalam in Prayagraj today runs from 12:43 PM to 2:19 PM. Hindu tradition treats this window as inauspicious for starting new ventures, travel, or important decisions.
Why Check Prayagraj's Weather and AQI?
Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad) sits at the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati rivers, and periodically hosts the Kumbh Mela, one of the largest human gatherings on Earth. It's also home to the Allahabad High Court and a major administrative and educational hub for the state. Both roles - mass pilgrimage and everyday administration - make river levels and weather genuinely load-bearing information here.
Sangam Pilgrimage and River Level Impact
During major mela gatherings, sprawling tent cities are built directly on the riverbanks at the Sangam, making rainfall and river-level forecasts a real safety concern for crowd management, not a background detail. Outside mela years, the same confluence still floods low-lying parts of the city most monsoons. Track Prayagraj weather before visiting the Sangam during monsoon season.
Seasonal Guide
Oct-Mar: Cool Season - The most comfortable stretch, and the season most major melas are held in.
Apr-Jun: Extreme Heat - Highs regularly exceed 43°C.
Jul-Sep: Monsoon - The Sangam regularly rises and can flood riverside areas; check Prayagraj AQI and river levels together.
Data Methodology
Weather and AQI figures are drawn from public government monitoring sources and refreshed regularly. See Uttar Pradesh weather and AQI for how Prayagraj compares with other cities in the state.