Pollen Count in Folkestone

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Annual Overview

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Folkestone has two main pollen seasons. Tree pollen season usually starts in March and lasts until May. During this time, trees release lots of pollen into the air.

Updated: 5/23/2026

Grass pollen season starts in late May and lasts until July. This is the busiest time for pollen in Folkestone. Pollen counts are usually highest in the morning.

Weed pollen season starts in late summer and lasts until the first frosts. Some weeds, like ragwort and docks, release pollen in Folkestone. This season is usually less busy.

Pollen counts can vary from year to year. Weather conditions, like rain and wind, affect pollen counts in Folkestone. Sunny and windy days can make pollen counts go up quickly.

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Recommendations

When pollen concentrations reach a peak, we suggest these simple steps to help with hay fever. These tips are extra important on windy days when plants are in peak anthesis (the time when they release the most pollen).

Wear masks if necessary
Shower after going out
Wear sunglasses if windy
Close windows and doors
Use an indoor air purifier
Avoid wearing woolen clothes outside
Limit outdoor activities

Annual Pollen Overview

Check out this month-by-month overview of the daily average pollen count in Folkestone 🌾. This data is based on previous years and serves as a guideline to help you understand when different pollen seasons typically occur in your city.

	Alder	Birch	Grass	Mugwort	Olive	Ragweed
Jan	0	0	0	0	0	0
Feb	3.6	0	0	0	0	0
Mar	150.6	28.4	0	0	0	0
Apr	4.2	665.9	6.4	0	0	0
May	0.7	114.3	56.1	0	0.5	0
Jun	0	0	385.8	5.2	0.1	0
Jul	0	0.1	245.7	54.6	0	0
Aug	0	0	41.1	14.3	0	0.1
Sep	0	0	2.5	0.8	0	1
Oct	0	0	0.1	0.1	0	0
Nov	0	0	0	0	0	0
Dec	0	0	0	0	0	0

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Disclaimer * The pollen count information provided for Folkestone is for educational purposes only, sourced from the CAMS European air quality database. We cannot guarantee its accuracy or reliability. This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical concerns. We are not medical professionals.