Pollen Forecast

Forecast Issued: 01-05-26

Pollen Type: Tree pollen season has started. Pollen from Ash, Alder and Cypress are present.

Region Friday Saturday Sunday
01-05-26 02-05-26 03-05-26
Leinster H H H
Munster H H H
Connacht H H H
Ulster H H H

L = Low
M = Moderate
H = High
VH = Very high
N/A = Not available

General Comments:

Tree pollen season has started. Mainly Birch but also Ash, Alder and Cypress.

Tree Comments:

Mainly Birch with Ash, Alder and Cypress also present.

Grass Comments:

Rising concentrations for grass pollen have been observed.

Weed Comments:

Low nettle and weed pollen levels expected.

Spore Comments:

Medium levels expected for fungal spores, especially Aspergillus on dry days

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Pollen Forecast Explained

Shown below is a calendar depicting the general seasonal trends and allergenicity of the ten most prevalent pollen types for Dublin.

Pollen calendar depicting the general seasonal trends and allergenicity of the ten most prevalent pollen types for Dublin. Please refer to the preceding pollen forecast and accompanying general comments.