This level is considered satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiyev Street - 159
2. Nagorye - 156
3. Baytik Village - 86
The main pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution level is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, but has no noticeable effect on the general population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | May have negative health effects on everyone, especially sensitive individuals |
| 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 consists of solid 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 smog characteristic of large megacities.
In the global ranking of cities by air quality as of November 27, Bishkek ranks 59th (data as of 5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
