This index indicates harmful conditions for vulnerable population groups.
Top 3 most polluted areas of the capital:
1. Madiev Street - 136
2. Bishkek International School - 11
3. Baytik Village - 6
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is normal, pollution is minor |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May negatively affect health in particularly sensitive individuals, no effects observed in others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative effects, especially vulnerable 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 consists of solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter 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 characteristic air pollution in large cities.
As of December 26, Bishkek ranks 24th in the world air quality ranking (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit physical activities outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
