Very Unhealthy. The air quality in Bishkek at 5:00 PM is 260 AQI (smog map)

According to information from IQAir, as of 5:00 PM on January 8, 2026, the air pollution level in Bishkek was 260 AQI.

This figure indicates a very unhealthy atmosphere.

Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:

1. Madiev Street - 334

2. Baytik Village - 11

The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.

	Air Quality Index AQI	Pollution Level
0—50	good	Air quality is acceptable, with minimal pollution
51—100	satisfactory	Air quality is acceptable but may be harmful to sensitive individuals
101—150	unhealthy for sensitive groups	May negatively affect individuals with heightened sensitivity; the effect on others is minimal
151—200	unhealthy	The general population may experience negative effects; sensitive individuals may experience more serious issues
201—300	very unhealthy	Hazardous to health, likely to affect a large number of people
300+	hazardous	Serious health risks for everyone

PM2.5 refers to microscopic particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times thinner than a human hair. These particles include dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They are responsible for the smog characteristic of large cities.

As of January 8, Bishkek ranks second in the world for air pollution levels (5:00 PM).

• Recommendations for protection against polluted air:

- close windows to prevent the entry of polluted air;
- wear protective masks;
- limit physical activities outdoors;
- use air purifiers.