This level is considered satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 162
2. Baytik Village - 0
The main air pollutant in the capital is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is considered good, with negligible pollution within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect individuals in sensitive groups, but not significantly impact others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience adverse effects, especially sensitive individuals may face more serious consequences |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. It may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critically hazardous to health. Everyone may experience serious effects |
PM2.5 refers to solid particles that are less than 2.5 microns in size. They are 30 times smaller than a human hair. This group includes particles of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates suspended in the air. These substances contribute to the deterioration of air quality typical of large cities.
As of January 10, Bishkek ranks 54th in the world air quality ranking (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- try to reduce outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
