This level of the index is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
Top 3 most polluted locations in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 183
2. Baytik Village - 22
The main pollutant in the air of Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered good, pollution is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but may pose a risk to people sensitive to pollution |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May have a negative impact on sensitive individuals, but not noticeable for healthy people |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | May negatively affect the health of all individuals, especially sensitive ones |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Dangerous to health, can lead to serious consequences for everyone |
PM2.5 refers to microscopic solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns. They are 30 times smaller than a human hair and consist of a mixture of dust, ash, soot, sulfates, and nitrates present in the air. These particles contribute to the deterioration of air quality typical of large cities.
As of January 5, Bishkek ranks 17th (11:00) in the global air quality ranking.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- reduce outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
