Luchtmeetnet

API

Free Actual & Predicted Air Quality Data for The Netherlands (RIVM)

Overview

The Luchtmeetnet API provides real-time actual and 48-hour predicted air quality data for The Netherlands, sourced from RIVM (Dutch National Institute for Public Health and Environment). Key endpoints include /measurements (current values for PM2.5, NO2, O3, etc.), /forecasts (future air quality projections), /stations (monitoring site details), and /components (pollutant definitions). Responses are in JSON format. Use cases include building public health alert apps, environmental research tools, urban planning dashboards, and personal air quality trackers for Dutch residents.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://api-docs.luchtmeetnet.nl/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON Response Format
Actual & Predicted Data
RIVM-Sourced Reliable Data
Nationwide Netherlands Coverage

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Luchtmeetnet free to use?

Yes, the Luchtmeetnet API is free for public access, providing air quality data from RIVM for The Netherlands.

? Does it require an API Key?

Authentication rules vary by endpoint; refer to the official documentation for details on obtaining an API key if needed for specific requests.

? What is the response format?

The API primarily returns data in JSON format, which is easy to parse and integrate into web or mobile applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Environment

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Trusted Government Data Source
⊕ Combines Real-Time & Forecasted Values
⊕ Comprehensive Pollutant Metrics
⊕ Free Public Access

Cons

⊖ Geographically Limited to The Netherlands
⊖ Potential Rate Limits
⊖ No Explicit Commercial SLA