This level is considered satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiyev Street - 129
2. Baytik Village - 6
The main atmospheric pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution is minimal 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 individuals, but does not have a noticeable impact on the majority of the population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals may face more serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Seriously hazardous to health, may negatively affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critically dangerous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of solid particles less than 2.5 microns in size, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. These particles include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates suspended in the air. They contribute to the deterioration of air quality characteristic of large megacities.
As of December 28, Bishkek ranks 27th in the world ranking for air quality and atmospheric pollution (time 5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- try to limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
