This level indicates good air quality.
Top 3 places with the highest pollution in Bishkek:
1. Nagorye - 101
2. Baytik village - 95
3. Bishkek International School - 24
The main air pollutant in the capital is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | 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 pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, but does not have a noticeable effect on others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health; may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Hazardous to health; everyone may experience serious effects |
PM2.5 refers to fine particulate matter with a diameter of less than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times 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 are responsible for the smog characteristic of large cities.
On a global level, as of February 15, Bishkek ranks 93rd in the air quality ranking (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
