This figure is classified as unhealthy for sensitive groups.
Most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 119
2. Baytik Village - 17
The main element contributing to air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | Good | Air quality is acceptable; pollution is minimal |
| 51—100 | Moderate | Acceptable quality, but some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | Unhealthy for sensitive groups | May cause health effects for sensitive individuals; not a concern for the general population |
| 151—200 | Unhealthy | May affect everyone’s health, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | Very Unhealthy | Hazardous to health; may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | Hazardous | Dangerous to health; may cause serious effects for everyone |
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 dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They contribute to reduced visibility, characteristic of large cities.
In the global air quality ranking as of January 4, Bishkek ranks 11th (as of 5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against pollution:
- close windows to avoid polluted air entering;
- wear a mask;
- limit outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
