Pollen count in Gent

• Thursday 🤧
  Alder: 166.6 g/m³
  Birch: 170.7 g/m³
  
• Friday 😐
  Alder: 14.6 g/m³
  Birch: 53.4 g/m³
  
• Saturday 🤧
  Alder: 26.6 g/m³
  Birch: 496.2 g/m³
  
• See our chart for an hourly overview.

• 4-Day Chart
• Annual Overview

Gent, Belgium has a temperate maritime climate with mild winters and cool summers. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year.

Pollen seasons in Gent typically peak in spring and late summer. Tree pollen, such as birch and oak, is prevalent in the spring. Grass pollen is common in late spring and early summer. Weed pollen, including ragweed, becomes widespread in late summer.

The climate in Gent supports a diverse range of plant life, resulting in various pollen types. Allergy sufferers should monitor pollen forecasts and consider precautions during peak seasons.

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Recommendations

When pollen counts are high, we suggest doing these things to help with allergies, especially on windy days when pollen is flying around.

• 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 Gent 🌾. 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.

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