This level of AQI is considered good.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Nagorye - 104
2. Baytik Village - 82
The main source of air pollution in the capital is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is within normal limits, minimal pollution |
| 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 people with heightened sensitivity to pollutants, little or no effect on others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience adverse health effects, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Dangerous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than a human hair. They include 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 cities.
In the international ranking for air quality and atmospheric pollution as of March 22, Bishkek ranks 0 (06:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent air pollution;
- use a mask;
- limit outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
