This air quality index is characterized as satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 168
2. Nagorye - 153
3. Baytik Village - 6
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is high, pollution is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but there may be a risk for people sensitive to pollution |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May negatively affect people with heightened sensitivity. No obvious impact on others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Condition is hazardous to health, which may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Condition is extremely dangerous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than a human hair. They consist of a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates suspended in the atmosphere. These substances contribute to the deterioration of air quality typical of large cities.
In the global air quality ranking as of January 28, Bishkek ranks 30th (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- keep windows closed to avoid the entry of polluted air;
- wear protective masks;
- reduce outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
