This level is considered satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted places in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 129
2. Baytik Village - 6
The main air pollutant in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution level is minor and 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 negatively affect sensitive individuals, but has little noticeable impact on the majority |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health effects, especially sensitive individuals may face more serious issues |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. Likely to negatively affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critical for health. Everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 refers to 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 a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates suspended in the atmosphere. They are responsible for the air pollution characteristic of large cities.
As of January 13, compared to other cities, Bishkek ranks 68th in the world air quality and pollution ranking.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- keep windows closed to avoid the entry of polluted air;
- use masks;
- limit outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
