Pollution Rankings in Uruguay

The pollution ranking for Uruguay is based on a combination of visitor perceptions and data from institutions like the World Health Organization. The Pollution Index estimates overall pollution levels by considering air and water pollution, garbage disposal, and other factors, with air pollution given the highest weight, while the Pollution Exp Scale uses an exponential function to highlight extremely polluted cities.

Montevideo

#1 in Pollution (#206 worldwide)

Montevideo offers moderately good air quality in 2024, though air pollution remains a concern due to vehicular emissions and other urban factors. With moderate levels of particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), residents remain vigilant about the potential health impacts, particularly in densely populated areas.