This value is characterized as satisfactory.
The three most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 192
2. Baytik Village - 33
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is within normal limits, pollution is minimal |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect individuals with heightened sensitivity, while it is not dangerous for most |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Potentially harmful to everyone, especially sensitive individuals |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Health hazard. May affect all residents |
| 300+ | hazardous | Serious health threat. Everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of fine particles with a diameter of less than 2.5 microns. They are 30 times smaller than a human hair and include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to the atmospheric pollution characteristic of large cities.
In the global air quality ranking as of January 16, Bishkek ranks 48th (as of 17:00).
• Recommendations for protection against pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear masks;
- reduce outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
