This level is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
Top 3 places with the highest pollution in Bishkek:
1. Baytik village - 129
2. Nagorye - 80
3. Bishkek International School - 31
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution levels are within the norm |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, however, some substances may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May negatively affect the health of particularly sensitive individuals, but has little effect on the average person |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals may face more serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Condition is hazardous to health, likely to affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Condition is extremely dangerous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of solid particles that are less than 2.5 microns in size. This is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. They include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates that are suspended in the air. These substances contribute to the deterioration of air quality, which is characteristic of large cities.
On the international stage regarding atmospheric pollution, Bishkek ranks 19th (as of 5:00 PM) among cities worldwide.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- Close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- Wear protective masks;
- Limit physical activities outdoors;
- Use air purifiers.
