Most polluted areas of the city:
1. Nagorye - 155 AQI
2. Madiyeva St. - 154 AQI
3. Baytik village - 91 AQI
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered satisfactory, with minimal pollution. |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals. |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | Sensitive individuals may experience effects, while others may not be noticeably affected. |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | The general population may experience negative effects, especially sensitive groups. |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Air quality is hazardous to health, potentially affecting the entire population. |
| 300+ | hazardous | Health risk is high; all residents may face serious consequences. |
PM2.5 refers to fine particles with a diameter of less than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than a human hair. These particles include a mix of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They create the hazy air condition characteristic of large cities.
In terms of air pollution levels on February 2, Bishkek ranks 22nd among cities worldwide (as of 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear protective masks;
- reduce physical activity outdoors;
- use an air purifier.
