Alert: High Concentration of Pollen in Portugal until the end of the month
From May 22nd until May 28th, expect high concentrations of pólen in Mainland Portugal. The Azores and Madeira should maintain low values.
Learn about the types of Pollen in Portugal, where the concentration of pollen will be higher, and some recommendations.
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Types of Pollen in Portugal
The pollen present in Mainland Portugal comes from olive trees, pine trees, grasses, plantain, goosefoot, sorrel, nettle, and other members of the nettle family. However, there can also be a concentration of birch and oak trees in some areas.
In Madeira and Azores, airborne pollen comes from eucalyptus, pine, and cypress trees (and/or cryptomeria in the Azores) and from nettle family plants (including pellitory), stinging nettles, plantains, and grasses. In Madeira, pollen from plane trees and the herbs Chenopodiaceae and Bredos is also observed.
Where will the concentration of pollen be higher?
- Porto
- Coimbra
- Vila Real
- Castelo Branco
- Lisboa
- Setúbal
- Évora
- Faro
However, all districts in Mainland Portugal should have high concentrations of pollen these next days.
Tips to deal with Pollen in Portugal
The risk is high for allergy patients these following days. According to the RPA (Portuguese Aerobiology network, a free public service provided by SPAIC—the Portuguese Society of Allergology and Clinical Immunology), there are some recommendations:
- Check the pollen report (for the area you’re staying at or visiting)
- Program your vacations carefully to avoid contact with specific pollens you’re allergic to
- Avoid outdoor activities when pollen counts are high
- Keep windows closed (e.g. at home, when traveling be car…)
- Wear sunglasses. It is a way to prevent or reduce possibility of eye irritation
- Take your prescribed medication (consult a specialist in immunoallergology for a correct diagnosis and prescription)
