This figure is classified as satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Nagornoye - 95
2. Madiev Street - 81
The main pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered excellent, pollution is minimal and within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May adversely affect health in individuals with heightened sensitivity. No noticeable impact on the average person |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals may face more serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. May affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Dangerous to health, every person may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. It is a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances cause the characteristic haze observed in major megacities.
As of October 26, Bishkek ranks 29th in the world air quality and pollution level ranking (10:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to minimize the entry of polluted air;
- use masks;
- try to limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
