This value indicates an unhealthy air status.
Top 3 areas with the highest pollution in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 179
2. Baytik Village - 49
The main source of pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is within normal limits, minimal pollution |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Acceptable quality, but potentially harmful for sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May negatively affect vulnerable groups, but the impact on most people is minimal |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Health effects are felt by everyone, and particularly sensitive individuals may face serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Condition is hazardous to health, likely to affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Severe health impact, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to fine particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than a human hair. It is a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They contribute to pollution typical of large megacities.
As of January 7, Bishkek ranks 12th in the world air quality ranking at 11:00.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use a mask;
- limit outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
