This value is considered satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 121
2. Baytik Village - 17
The main air pollutant in the city is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered good, 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 affect particularly sensitive individuals, but the rest are not impacted |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health effects, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. It may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Hazardous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to particles smaller than 2.5 microns. Their diameter is 30 times smaller than that of a human hair. This includes dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances are responsible for the haze characteristic of large cities.
In the global ranking for air quality and atmospheric pollution, Bishkek ranks 31st as of 5:00 PM on January 17.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- Close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- Use masks;
- Limit physical activity outdoors;
- Use air purifiers.
