This figure is classified as satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Baytik village - 120
2. Nagorye - 79
The main pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is within normal limits, pollution is minimal |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable but may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, has little impact on the general population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | May have negative health effects, especially for sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Serious health threat, may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critically dangerous to health, may cause serious consequences for all individuals |
PM2.5 consists of solid particles that are less than 2.5 microns in size. Their diameter is 30 times smaller than that of a human hair. These particles include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates found in the air. They contribute to reduced visibility in large cities.
In the international air quality ranking as of March 11, Bishkek ranks 12th (as of 5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use protective masks;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
