This level is classified as unhealthy.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Nagornoye - 104
2. Baytik village - 17
The main air pollutant in the capital is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution is minor and within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect individuals in sensitive groups. For the general population, the effects are minor |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health effects, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Severely hazardous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to solid particles with a diameter of less 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 suspended in the air. They are the cause of smog observed in large cities.
In the global ranking for air quality and pollution levels as of March 18, Bishkek ranks 3rd (at 11:00 AM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- reduce outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
