This figure is considered satisfactory.
The most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Nagornoye - 69
2. Madiev Street - 65
3. Bishkek International School - 12
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is good, pollution is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but sensitive individuals may experience adverse effects |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May have a slight impact on sensitive individuals, but no effects are observed for the majority of the population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health problems, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Health is at risk, effects on the entire population are likely |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critical for health, everyone may experience 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. These particles include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They contribute to the deterioration of air quality typical of large cities.
According to international rankings, Bishkek ranks 47th (at 5:00 PM) in air quality on a global scale on November 1.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use a mask;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- install an air purifier.
