This level indicates satisfactory air quality.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 101
2. Nagorye - 99
The main pollutant in the capital's air is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered satisfactory, with low pollution levels within the norm |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, but has little noticeable effect on the general population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health effects, especially sensitive groups may face more serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health; it may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Hazardous to health; everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to particulate matter smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. These particles include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates suspended in the air. They cause the characteristic haze observed in large metropolises.
As of October 21, 2025, Bishkek ranks 16th in the world air quality ranking.
• Recommendations for protection against pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear protective masks;
- reduce physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
