This level is considered satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Baytik village - 88
2. Nagorye - 73
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | excellent | Air quality is good, pollution is minimal and 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 | May affect sensitive individuals, but does not have a significant impact on the average person |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, more sensitive individuals may face serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, effects may impact the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Dangerous to health. Everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of fine particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than a human hair. They include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances are the cause of pollution typical for large cities.
According to the air quality city ranking on February 19, Bishkek ranks 38th (17:00) in the world table.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use a mask;
- try to limit physical activities outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
