This figure is classified as satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Nagornoye - 92
2. Baytik village - 17
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is within normal limits, pollution is minimal |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May have a negative impact on individuals with heightened sensitivity, while the rest may not notice the effect |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | May adversely affect the health of most people, especially those who are more sensitive to pollution |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Condition is dangerous to health, serious consequences may affect everyone |
PM2.5 consists of particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. These particles include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These components contribute to the deterioration of air quality, which is typical for large megacities.
In the global air quality ranking as of February 13, Bishkek ranks 57th (as of 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
