This level is considered satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas of the capital:
1. Baytik village - 238
2. Nagorye - 143
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered good, pollution is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Acceptable quality, however, some substances may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, but does not significantly impact the average resident |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative effects, with sensitive groups facing more serious impacts |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. It may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critically dangerous to health. Everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns, their diameter is thirty times smaller than a human hair. These particles include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They are the cause of smog typical of large cities.
In the global air quality ranking as of February 25, Bishkek ranks 39th (at 5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
