This level is considered unhealthy.
The most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Nagornoye - 136
2. Baytik village - 17
The main cause of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Acceptable quality, but some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect people in vulnerable groups, while others may not be affected |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | May affect overall health, especially in sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to the health of the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Serious threat to health; all residents may experience negative effects |
PM2.5 refers to solid particles with a diameter of less than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the thickness of a human hair. These particles include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They are responsible for the smog characteristic of megacities.
According to the global ranking as of March 18, Bishkek ranks 3rd (5:00 PM) among cities with the worst air quality.
• Recommendations for protection against polluted air:
- Close windows to prevent the entry of pollutants;
- Use masks;
- Limit outdoor physical activity;
- Install air purifiers.
