This level of the index is considered satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted locations in Bishkek:
1. Madiyev Street - 129
2. Baytik Village - 6
The main air pollutant in the capital is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered satisfactory, pollution levels are minor and within normal limits |
| 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 sensitive groups, while the average person is not impacted |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health effects, especially sensitive individuals may face serious consequences |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. Likely to affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Hazardous 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 suspended in the air. They are responsible for the characteristic haze observed in large metropolitan areas.
According to the air quality city rankings as of December 28, Bishkek ranks 32nd in the world (as of 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- Close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- Wear masks;
- Reduce physical activity outdoors;
- Use air purifiers.
