This level of air quality is classified as unhealthy.
The three most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 177
2. Baytik - 157
3. Nagorye - 152
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is acceptable, with minimal pollution |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Acceptable quality, but some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, but poses little or no risk for the general population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Health alert, everyone may experience more serious health effects |
| 300+ | hazardous | Health warnings of emergency conditions. The entire population is more likely to be affected |
PM2.5 refers to particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than human hair. They include mixtures of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates suspended in the air. These substances contribute to reduced visibility, which is typical for large cities.
In the global air quality ranking as of November 23, Bishkek ranks 8th (as of 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- avoid outdoor physical activities;
- use air purifiers.
