This figure is classified as good.
Most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Baytik village - 95
2. Nagorye - 79
3. Bishkek International School - 24
The main source of air pollution in the capital is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered satisfactory, pollution is minor and within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, however, some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive groups of the population, while others are not significantly impacted |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals may face more serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | There is a health hazard. This will affect almost the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Harmful to health. Everyone may face more serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to fine particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than a human hair. They consist of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates suspended in the air. These substances are responsible for the hazy state of the atmosphere typical of large cities.
As of February 21, Bishkek ranks 83rd in the world air quality and pollution ranking (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- limit outdoor physical activities;
- use air purifiers.
