Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on February 1. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected at night in the mountains of the Osh and Jalal-Abad regions, however, no precipitation is anticipated in the agricultural areas of these regions, as well as in the rest of the country. It will also be dry during the day, but fog may occur in some areas at night.
According to Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected at night in the mountainous areas of Jalal-Abad and Batken regions, while there will be no precipitation in the agricultural zones of these regions and the rest of the territory. During the day, snow may occur in some places in Batken region, as well as in the mountains of Chui and Jalal-Abad regions, while again no precipitation is expected in the agricultural zones of these regions and other areas. Fog is also expected at night. There is a snow
According to IQAir, as of 11:00 on January 30, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek is 139 AQI. This level is considered harmful for vulnerable groups.
According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan, as well as on the section of the Bishkek—Osh highway (from 198 to 255 km, including the Ala-Bel pass and Chychkan gorge), there is a predicted likelihood of avalanches, as well as snow drifts, ice, and snow cover from January 31 to February 2, 2026. Drivers are advised to maintain a distance of 500 meters when passing through hazardous areas.
In the Kyrgyz Republic, a shortage of water resources may arise in 2026 due to low snow reserves, stated Janibek Kerimaliev, the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, at a meeting of the "Mekenchil" parliamentary group on January 30. Deputy Aisarakan Abdibaeva raised the issue of a possible drought in 2026 and inquired about the measures planned to maintain the water balance.
A meeting took place at the Ministry of Emergency Situations between Kanat Karybai uulu, head of the International Cooperation Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, and Stephen Goldfinch, head of the Asian Development Bank mission. This event was officially announced by the ministry's press service on January 29. During this meeting, a new regional technical assistance project initiated by the ADB was presented, aimed at "Enhancing the preparedness of countries in the
According to information provided by Kyrgyzhydromet, from January 29 to 31, avalanches are expected in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan, as well as snow drifts, ice, and snow cover. These adverse weather conditions will affect the following roads: - Bishkek—Osh (section 198-255 km, Ala-Bel pass, Chychkan gorge);
According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture, in 2025, 13 million 573 thousand 419 soms were collected from the sale of fishing licenses and cards, which is a significant increase compared to 3 million 146 thousand 149 soms in 2024. The agency noted that this success was made possible by the implementation of online ticket sales for fishing.
According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in some areas of the Issyk-Kul and Naryn regions on the night of January 30, while other regions will remain dry. During the day, snow will reappear in the Naryn region and in the foothills and mountains of the Jalal-Abad region. No precipitation is forecasted in the other regions, including Chui, Talas, Osh, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn. Fog is possible. Snow drifts and ice remain on the roads. A west wind will blow at a speed of
As of 5:00 PM on January 28, 2026, IQAir reports the air quality in Bishkek with an index of 92 AQI. This level indicates satisfactory air quality.
According to the IQAir report, as of January 29, 2026, at 11:00, the air quality level in Bishkek is 103 AQI. This index indicates harmfulness for vulnerable groups.
According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, fog is expected in Bishkek and the Chui region over the next three hours. As a result of this phenomenon, visibility may drop to 500 meters.
The Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Meder Mashiev, met with the head of the World Bank office in Kyrgyzstan, Hugh Riddle. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, the meeting was also attended by Gayane Minasyan, the World Bank’s practice manager for environmental issues in Europe and Central Asia, as well as Frank van Worden and Aida Bayalieva, leading specialists and co-leaders of the AQIP project team.
Employees of the Osh Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service conducted an operational check based on a video on social media, where a man pours paint on a carpet and then washes it in river water. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. During the inspection, it was established that the video material was filmed by a citizen B.u.B. for advertising carpets in the high-altitude pasture of Sary-Oy in the Aksy district.
Dinara Kemelova, the special representative of the president for the implementation of the Decade of Action, held a meeting with Alexander Khvitiashvili, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia. During the discussion, which took place at the presidential administration, the possibilities for joint cooperation between the two countries within the framework of the Decade of Action were considered, as well as issues related to the global mountain agenda and the exchange of experiences
Detailed weather forecast for January 29. According to the information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow will be observed in most areas of Chui, Talas, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Naryn regions, as well as in some places in the Issyk-Kul region.
On January 28, a snow avalanche occurred in the Chychkan Gorge on the 247-500 km section of the Bishkek-Osh highway. According to the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the avalanche reached a height of 2 meters and affected a section of the road approximately 50 meters long.
A case of illegal captivity of a golden eagle, which is protected by the Red Book of Kyrgyzstan, was recorded in the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region. This information was received from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the country. Inspectors from the Osh Regional Department of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, together with representatives of NABU and the "Bars-2" group, carried out the necessary actions regarding this
As of 5:00 PM on January 27, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek is 84 AQI. This level is considered satisfactory.
According to IQAir, on January 27, 2026, at 11:00, the air quality index in Bishkek is 97 AQI. This level of air quality is classified as satisfactory.
Forecast for January 28: Snow is expected in most regions of Kyrgyzstan. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, snow will be observed over a significant part of the Jalal-Abad region during the night from January 27 to 28, as well as in places in the Chui, Talas, Osh, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. Throughout the day, snow will fall in most areas of the Talas and Batken regions, as well as in places in the Chui, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. Difficult conditions are expected on
In the biosphere zone "Issyk-Kul," a winter count of waterfowl and wetland birds took place, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources on January 27. This event was organized by the biosphere territory directorate in collaboration with employees of the Institute of Biology of the National Academy of Sciences. The count covered both Lake Issyk-Kul and the Orto-Tokoy Reservoir.
According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, from January 27 to 29, precipitation is expected in the mountainous regions of the country, which may lead to various adverse phenomena. In particular, on certain sections of the highways, there is a possibility of snow avalanches, as well as the formation of snow drifts, snow cover, and ice. Specialists warn that avalanches may occur on the sections of the Bishkek—Osh highway between kilometers
During the winter period, a count of waterfowl and wetland birds was conducted at Lake Issyk-Kul and the Orto-Tokoy Reservoir. The event was organized by the Directorate of the Biosphere Territory "Issyk-Kul" in collaboration with the Institute of Biology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, as reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic. Annually, during the winter, spring, and autumn seasons, eco-demographic monitoring of these birds
In 2023, large-scale efforts began to clean up Issyk-Kul from garbage. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES), divers have surveyed more than 1 million hectares of the lake's bottom. By the end of 2025, about 43 tons of waste had been extracted, including over 400 kilometers of fishing nets, which were handed over to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision.
Fresh photographs of wild animals have been published in the State Nature Park "Khan-Teniri" thanks to the work of camera traps installed by the Ilbirs Foundation as part of the AMIK project. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, these images capture rare species inhabiting the high mountains, as well as their behavior in changing climate conditions. The photographs feature a bear, a herd of mountain goats, wild boars, and a group of wolves.
In the State Natural Park "Khan-Teniri," amazing photos of wild animals have been taken. The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic reported this. According to the agency's information, the installation of camera traps was carried out by the NGO "Ilbirs Fund" as part of the AMIK project.
Employees of the Chuy Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service, together with the environmental protection group "Bars" of the NABU, conducted a raid in the Kemin district from January 23 to 24. According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, this event was organized in connection with the end of the hunting season for 2025–2026. During the raid, documents confirming the right to hunt were checked, and explanatory work was carried out with hunters regarding
In most regions, the air temperature in February is expected to be 1-2 degrees above the climatic norm, while precipitation will be below the usual level. This information was provided by Kyrgyzhydromet. Weather forecast by regions of the country for February:
Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on January 27. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, on the night of January 26 to 27, snowfall is expected in the mountainous areas of Jalal-Abad and Batken regions, while no precipitation is anticipated in the rest of the republic. During the day, snow may occur in some areas of Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions, as well as in the mountainous areas of Chui region. In the agricultural zones of Chui region, as well as in Osh, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, no
According to IQAir, in Bishkek at 11:00 on January 26, 2026, the air quality index is 85 AQI. This level is considered satisfactory.
To address the problem of irrigation water shortages in Kyrgyzstan, a significant project is being developed. Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, announced this in an interview with journalists. He noted that within the framework of the program to reduce water losses in the Second Big Chui Canal (BChK), negotiations between the Government of Kyrgyzstan and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development on financing the concreting of
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on January 26. According to data from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected only in the mountainous areas of Chui and Jalal-Abad regions during the night of January 26, while no precipitation is anticipated in the rest of the territory, including the agricultural zones of these regions.
According to information from IQAir, as of 11:00 on January 25, 2026, the air pollution level in Bishkek was recorded at 133 AQI. This level is classified as unhealthy for sensitive groups.
In the rapidly disappearing Atlantic Forest, mosquitoes have begun to adapt to human surroundings. A study has shown that many of them now prefer human blood over their usual sources in the wild. The results of the work were published in the journal Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution. This change in behavior could lead to an increased risk of spreading dangerous viruses such as dengue and Zika.
According to information from IQAir, on January 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air quality level in Bishkek is 226 AQI. This figure indicates a very unhealthy state of the atmosphere.
The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, along with members of his cabinet and employees of the Presidential Administration, took a walking tour in the picturesque state natural park "Ala-Archa". According to information provided by the Cabinet of Ministers, this event was organized to promote a healthy lifestyle, strengthen team spirit among public servants, as well as to draw attention to environmental protection issues and support the development of domestic
The improvement of the technical equipment of the Ministry of Emergency Situations has significantly simplified the tasks of rescuers and divers, the agency's press service reports. According to the ministry's information, the diving service has acquired new boats, as well as winter and summer suits and underwater drones. Thanks to these modern technologies, over the past three years, old poaching nets that had been in the water for decades have been raised from the bottom.
According to the report from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected at night in the foothills and mountains of the Jalal-Abad region, as well as in the high-altitude areas of the Chui and Batken regions. Meanwhile, no precipitation is anticipated in the valley zone of the Jalal-Abad region, in the agricultural areas of the Chui and Batken regions, as well as in the Talas, Osh, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. During the day on January 25, snow is expected in places in the Naryn region, in the foothills
According to reports from Kyrgyzhydromet, on January 24, avalanches, snow drifts, ice crust, and icy conditions are predicted in the mountainous areas of Kyrgyzstan, as well as on certain sections of the roads. Sections of roads with deteriorating weather conditions
As of January 22, 2026, according to information from IQAir, the air quality level in Bishkek is recorded at 257 AQI. This level of pollution is classified as very unhealthy.
According to information from IQAir, as of January 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air quality index in Bishkek is 73 AQI. This figure indicates satisfactory air quality.
According to information from Windy.com, in Bishkek on January 24 at 09:50, the temperature was recorded at -11°C. The wind is blowing from the southeast at a light speed of 3 m/s, with gusts up to 6 m/s. The sky is cloudy.
In Kyrgyzstan, initiatives to improve air quality are being implemented, coordinated by an interdepartmental commission led by the Minister of Ecology, Medera Mashiev. The press service of the ministry reported that in March 2025, a new composition of the commission was approved, which includes representatives from 25 different ministries and agencies, as well as deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh.
Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on January 24. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in some areas of Chui, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions during the night of January 24. At the same time, no precipitation is forecasted in Talas, Osh, and Batken regions. During the day, there will be no precipitation, but fog may occur in some places. Snow cover and ice remain on the roads. The wind will be from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, while at night over the waters
In 2025, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic recorded 202 violations of vehicle emission standards, resulting in fines totaling over 3.7 million soms. Additionally, during inspections of enterprises in the same period, 450 protocols were issued, with fines amounting to 9.87 million soms. Notifications regarding the necessity to comply with environmental standards were sent to 3,795 entities. It should be noted that since December 10, 2024, regular raids for air
In 2025, the Ministry of Ecology of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the compilation of 202 protocols related to violations of vehicle emission standards, resulting in fines exceeding 3.7 million soms. Additionally, during inspections among business entities, 450 protocols were issued for a total amount of 9.87 million soms. At the same time, 3,795 entities received notifications about the need to comply with environmental standards.
As of 11:00 on January 23, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek is 60 AQI. This figure is classified as satisfactory.