This level is considered harmful to vulnerable groups.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiyev Street - 362
2. Baytik village - 17
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered acceptable, with minor pollution 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 negatively affect individuals from vulnerable categories; the impact is not noticeable for others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to the health of the general population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Serious threat to health, everyone may face severe consequences |
PM2.5 refers to fine particles that are less than 2.5 microns in size. Their diameter is 30 times smaller than that of a human hair. These particles include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfate and nitrate compounds suspended in the air. They contribute to the deterioration of air quality typical of large megacities.
In the global air quality ranking as of January 20, Bishkek ranks 15th (as of 5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- try to reduce outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
