This index is considered unhealthy.
The most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 179
2. Baytik Village - 49
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | excellent | Air quality is considered good, pollution is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is fairly acceptable, but there may be a risk for sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, but the impact on most people is minimal |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Health effects may be felt by everyone, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, likely to affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Represents a serious health threat, all individuals may experience more severe effects |
PM2.5 consists of microscopic particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. These particles contain a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates, which are suspended in the air and contribute to air quality degradation, typical of megacities.
As of January 7, Bishkek ranks 8th in the world air quality and pollution level ranking (data as of 5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to minimize the entry of polluted air;
- wear protective masks;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
