This figure is classified as satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiyev Street - 138
2. Baytik Village - 6
The main air pollutant in the city is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is good, pollution is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Acceptable air quality, but some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive groups, but has no noticeable impact on the general population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Potentially harmful to health, especially for sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, likely to affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Serious health threat, possible severe consequences for everyone |
PM2.5 consists of solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. These particles include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They are responsible for the typical haze observed in large metropolises.
According to the city ranking, on December 31, Bishkek ranks 29th in the world for air quality and pollution levels (11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to avoid polluted air;
- wear protective masks;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
