This index is considered unhealthy.
The most polluted areas of Bishkek:
1. Madiev Street - 769
2. Baytik Village - 71
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 is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable but may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive categories of people, but has no visible impact on others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative health effects, sensitive individuals more seriously |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Extremely dangerous to health, everyone may face serious consequences |
PM2.5 consists of solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns. These particles 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. They are responsible for the smog typical of large cities.
According to international rankings, Bishkek ranks 11th in the world for air pollution levels as of January 22 (at 11:00).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
