This figure indicates unhealthy air quality.
Top 3 areas with the highest pollution levels in Bishkek:
1. Madiyev Street - 167
2. Baytik Village - 17
The main source of air pollution in Bishkek is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution level is minimal |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive groups |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect individuals with heightened sensitivity. No significant impact on others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience adverse health effects, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. Likely to affect the entire population |
| 300+ | dangerous | Serious health threat. Everyone may face severe consequences |
PM2.5 refers to fine particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than a human hair. They are a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to the deterioration of air quality typical of large cities.
On the international air quality scale, on January 14, Bishkek ranks 14th (at 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear masks;
- limit outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
