This level is considered satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas of the city:
1. Nagorye - 102
2. Baytik village - 86
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered satisfactory, with negligible pollution within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | Potential effects may be experienced by sensitive individuals, but healthy people are unlikely to notice significant changes |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals may face more serious issues |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Health warnings of emergency conditions. The entire population is more likely to be affected |
| 300+ | hazardous | Health alert: everyone may experience more serious health effects |
PM2.5 refers to particulate matter smaller than 2.5 microns, 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 present in the air. Such substances create the characteristic air pollution found in large cities.
According to the global air quality ranking as of February 18, Bishkek ranks 48th (as of 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against pollution:
- keep windows closed to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
