This value indicates a very unhealthy level of air quality.
The most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 222
2. Baytik Village - 6
The main source of pollution 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 pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect people in sensitive groups, but most people are not significantly affected |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, especially vulnerable groups may face more serious problems |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | The condition is hazardous to health and potentially affects the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | The condition is extremely dangerous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of fine particulate matter less than 2.5 microns in size, with a diameter 30 times smaller than that of a human hair. It is a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to pollution characteristic of large megacities.
As of January 15, Bishkek ranks 1st in the world for air pollution levels (as of 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- limit physical activities outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
