This level is considered good.
Top 3 most polluted areas in Bishkek:
1. Baytik village - 159
2. Nagorye - 58
The main air 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 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 individuals, but has no noticeable impact on the average person |
| 151—200 | unhealthy | Everyone may experience negative effects, especially sensitive citizens |
| 201—300 | very unhealthy | Hazardous to health. It may affect the entire population |
| 300+ | hazardous | Critically hazardous to health and may cause serious consequences for everyone |
PM2.5 consists of tiny particles smaller than 2.5 microns, which is 30 times smaller than the diameter of a human hair. These particles include mixtures of dust, ash, soot, as well as sulfates and nitrates present in the air. They contribute to the deterioration of air quality in large cities.
On the international stage regarding air quality, Bishkek ranks 90th (as of 11:00) among cities worldwide on March 9.
• Recommendations for protection against air pollution:
- close windows to prevent polluted air from entering;
- wear protective masks;
- try to limit physical activity outdoors;
- use air purifiers.
