This figure indicates satisfactory air quality.
Top 3 least clean areas in Bishkek:
1. Nagornoye - 155
2. Madiev Street - 154
3. Baytik Village - 91
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air pollution is within normal limits, quality is considered satisfactory |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may pose risks to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect individuals with heightened sensitivity, but does not have significant impact on the average person |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience adverse health effects, and sensitive individuals may face serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Health is at risk, negative effects may impact the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Health is at risk, all residents may face serious problems |
PM2.5 refers to solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. This includes various impurities such as dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to reduced visibility, which is characteristic of large cities.
As of February 2, Bishkek ranks 48th in the world for air quality (as of 5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to minimize the entry of polluted air;
- wear masks;
- reduce outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
