This figure is classified as satisfactory.
The most polluted areas of the capital:
1. Madiev Street - 190
2. Baytik Village - 0
The main source of pollution in the city is PM2.5.
| AQI Index | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution is minor and within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May negatively affect health in some people, especially those sensitive to pollution |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health effects, especially sensitive individuals may have more serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. It may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Dangerous to health. Everyone may face more serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to microscopic solid particles that are less than 2.5 microns in size. For comparison, their diameter is 30 times smaller than that of a human hair. PM2.5 consists of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances are the main culprits of pollution typical for large cities.
On the international stage, as of January 23, Bishkek ranks 77th (as of 11:00) in the air quality ranking.
• Recommendations for protection against pollution:
- close windows to avoid polluted air entering;
- wear protective masks;
- reduce physical activities outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
