This level of pollution is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
The most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 128
2. Baytik Village - 92
3. Nagorye - 66
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air is considered satisfactory, with minor pollution 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 affect sensitive individuals. For others, it may be insignificant |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, sensitive individuals more seriously |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, which may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Hazardous to health, every individual may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of particles smaller than 2.5 microns, significantly smaller than the diameter of a human hair. They include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to the smog characteristic of large cities.
On February 5, 2026, Bishkek ranks 15th in the world air quality ranking (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- limit outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
