This index is considered satisfactory.
The three most polluted areas of the capital:
1. Nagornoye - 84
2. Baytik village - 75
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered satisfactory, with minor pollution within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may be harmful to people, especially those sensitive to pollution |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | Affects particularly sensitive individuals. For most, the impact is not noticeable |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health effects, and sensitive individuals may experience more serious effects |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. It will affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Hazardous to health. Everyone may experience serious effects |
PM2.5 refers to fine particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than a human hair. They are a mixture of dust, ash, and soot particles, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances lead to the atmospheric haze characteristic of large cities.
In the global ranking of cities by air quality as of March 8, Bishkek ranks 24th (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- keep windows closed to avoid the entry of polluted air;
- wear protective masks;
- try to reduce physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
