This index indicates a satisfactory state of the air.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Nagornoye - 88
2. Madiyev Street - 82
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is within normal limits, pollution is minor |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Quality is acceptable, but some substances may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, but has no noticeable impact on others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, sensitive individuals more seriously |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, likely to affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Hazardous to health. Everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of fine particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. These particles include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They are responsible for the pollution characteristic of large cities.
Globally, on November 13, Bishkek ranks 31st (as of 11:00) in the air quality rating.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- limit physical activities outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
