This index indicates satisfactory air quality.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiyev Street - 168
2. Baytik Village - 22
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is considered to be PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI Value | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered satisfactory, with insignificant pollution within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is fine, but some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, but has no effect on the general population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, 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 fine particles smaller than 2.5 microns. Their diameter is 30 times smaller than that of a human hair. These particles include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They contribute to the smog characteristic of large cities.
As of December 29, Bishkek ranks 58th in the world air quality ranking (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- Close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- Use masks;
- Limit outdoor physical activities;
- Use air purifiers.
