This level of AQI is considered satisfactory.
The three most polluted places in Bishkek:
1. Baytik village - 75
2. Nagorye - 49
3. Bishkek International School - 11
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive groups |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect people with heightened sensitivity to pollution, minimal impact on others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Almost everyone may experience adverse health effects, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Health hazard present, may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Serious health threat, everyone may experience more serious effects |
PM2.5 includes solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than a human hair. It is a combination of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances cause typical urban air pollution.
According to the global air pollution ranking as of March 24, Bishkek ranks 62nd (as of 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- Close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- Wear masks;
- Limit outdoor physical activity;
- Use air purifiers.
