This level is considered unhealthy.
Top 3 most polluted areas of the capital:
1. Madiev Street - 183
2. Baytik Village - 22
The main cause of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution is minor and within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May have adverse effects on particularly susceptible individuals, with little impact on the general population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health effects, especially vulnerable groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, affects the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Extremely dangerous to health, can cause serious consequences for everyone |
PM2.5 consists of fine particulate matter 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 are a major cause of atmospheric pollution characteristic of large cities.
Globally, Bishkek ranks 6th in air quality as of January 5 (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against polluted air:
- close windows to minimize the entry of pollutants from outside;
- use masks;
- try to reduce physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
