This level of air quality is classified as satisfactory.
Top 3 areas with the highest pollution in Bishkek:
1. Baytik village - 159
2. Nagorye - 66
3. Bishkek International School - 28
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Indicator AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | excellent | Air quality is good, pollution level 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 individuals with heightened sensitivity. Most people are not likely to be affected |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. This may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Dangerous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns. They are 30 times smaller than a human hair and include a mixture of dust, ash, and soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances often lead to air quality deterioration typical of large cities.
According to the global air quality ranking, Bishkek ranks 34th as of March 9 (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against polluted air:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
