This level is considered unhealthy.
Most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 225
2. Baytik Village - 195
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 | Air quality is acceptable, but may be a concern for sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect individuals with heightened sensitivity. For most of the population, the effects are minimal |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals may face more serious effects |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Dangerous to health. Everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns. These particles are 30 times smaller than a human hair and include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates suspended in the atmosphere. They are the cause of smog characteristic of large cities.
On a global scale regarding air quality and atmospheric pollution, Bishkek ranks 18th (10:00) on December 2.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- reduce outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
