This figure indicates a satisfactory state of the air.
The three most polluted places in the city:
1. Madiev Street - 138
2. Baytik Village - 11
The main pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Satisfactory quality, pollution is minor and within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Acceptable quality, however, some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, but has little noticeable effect on the general population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Most people may experience negative health effects, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, it may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Severely hazardous to health, everyone may experience more serious effects |
PM2.5 consists of particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the thickness of a human hair. They include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to reduced visibility and deteriorate air quality in large cities.
As of December 31, Bishkek ranks 16th (5:00 PM) in the global air quality ranking.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
