This index falls into the good air quality category.
The most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Baytik village - 159
2. Nagorye - 58
The main pollutant in the city is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution is at normal levels |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but may pose a risk to some people |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect people with heightened sensitivity, no noticeable effect on others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | May cause health problems for the entire population, especially for sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critically dangerous to health, serious consequences possible for everyone |
PM2.5 refers to tiny solid particles with a diameter of less than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than a human hair. These particles include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates suspended in the air. They are the main contributors to the deterioration of air quality in large cities.
On a global scale, as of March 9, Bishkek ranks 90th in the list of cities with varying levels of air pollution (as of 11:00).
Recommendations for protection against polluted air:
- Close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- Wear protective masks;
- Try to reduce physical activities outdoors;
- Use air purifiers.
