This level of air quality is classified as satisfactory.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Madiyev Street - 183
2. Nagorye - 134
3. Baytik Village - 64
The main air pollutant in the capital is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is normal, pollution is negligible |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Quality is acceptable, but there is a risk for people with heightened sensitivity to pollution |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect people with high sensitivity, minimal impact on others |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Health effects may be felt by everyone, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, affects the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Severe health consequences for all |
PM2.5 refers to fine particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which are 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. It includes a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to reduced visibility, characteristic of megacities.
In the global air quality ranking as of February 1, Bishkek ranks 33rd (5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear a mask;
- limit physical activities outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
