This level indicates a very unhealthy atmosphere.
The most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 186
2. Baytik Village - 17
The main pollutant in the air of Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution is minimal |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Quality is acceptable, but may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May negatively affect those sensitive to pollution, has no noticeable effect on most people |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health effects, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, likely to affect all residents |
| 300+ | hazardous | Dangerous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns, with a diameter 30 times smaller than that of a human hair. These include dust, soot, ash, as well as sulfates and nitrates that are suspended in the air. These substances cause the characteristic haze observed in large megacities.
As of January 6, Bishkek ranks 6th in the world air quality and pollution ranking (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
