This value indicates an unhealthy level of air quality.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Nagorye - 102
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 is within normal limits |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, but some pollutants may be harmful to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect sensitive individuals, but does not have a noticeable impact on the majority of the population |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health problems, especially sensitive groups |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health, it may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | dangerous | Serious health risk, everyone may face more severe consequences |
PM2.5 refers to microscopic particles smaller than 2.5 microns, with a diameter 30 times smaller than a human hair. These particles are a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They are responsible for the visibility reduction characteristic of large cities.
According to air quality data in cities as of March 1, Bishkek ranks second in the world (at 5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to minimize the entry of polluted air;
- wear a mask;
- reduce outdoor physical activity;
- use air purifiers.
