This index indicates harmfulness for vulnerable groups.
Top 3 most polluted areas of the capital:
1. Madiev Street - 177
2. Nagorye - 86
3. Baytik Village - 22
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution is minimal 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 has no noticeable impact on the average resident |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals may face more serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, likely to affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Dangerous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of fine particles smaller than 2.5 microns, making their diameter 30 times smaller than that of a human hair. These particles are a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates suspended in the atmosphere. They contribute to the formation of smog characteristic of large cities.
On a global level, in terms of air quality, Bishkek ranks 29th (as of 11:00 on January 29) among cities.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit outdoor physical activities;
- use air purifiers.
