This figure is classified as satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Nagornoye - 80
2. Baytik village - 6
The main pollutant in the air of Bishkek is PM2.5.
| AQI Index | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air is considered 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 negatively affect the health of particularly sensitive individuals, while the rest will not be significantly impacted |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Air quality may affect the health of everyone, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Air quality is hazardous to health and affects all residents |
| 300+ | hazardous | Hazardous to health, and everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than a human hair. It includes a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to the deterioration of air quality typical of large metropolises.
According to the global air quality ranking as of February 28, Bishkek ranks 70th (11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to minimize the intake of polluted air;
- use a mask;
- try to reduce physical exertion outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
