This level is considered unhealthy for sensitive groups.
The three most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Nagornoye - 90
2. Baytik village - 22
The main pollutant in the capital is PM2.5.
| Air Quality Index AQI | Pollution Level | |
| 0—50 | good | Air quality is satisfactory, pollution is minor and within the norm |
| 51—100 | satisfactory | Air quality is acceptable, although some pollutants may pose a risk to sensitive individuals |
| 101—150 | unhealthy for sensitive groups | May affect individuals with heightened sensitivity. Most people are unlikely to be affected |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience health issues; sensitive individuals may face more serious effects |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Health is at risk; likely to affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Health is at risk. Everyone may experience more serious health effects |
PM2.5 are solid particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. They include a mixture of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. These substances contribute to reduced visibility, characteristic of large megacities.
According to the world air quality ranking as of March 5, Bishkek ranks 15th (as of 5:00 PM).
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- use masks;
- limit outdoor physical activities;
- use air purifiers.
