This index value indicates an unhealthy atmosphere.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Nagorye - 102
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 considered acceptable, pollution is 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 | Pollution may affect people in sensitive groups, but has no noticeable effect on the general population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | May negatively impact the health of most people, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, affecting all residents |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critically dangerous to health, every person may face serious consequences. |
PM2.5 consists of solid 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. They create the characteristic haze observed in large cities.
According to the international air quality ranking, Bishkek ranks second in the world for atmospheric pollution as of March 1 at 5:00 PM.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- minimize outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
