Pollen count in Helsingfors

• Monday 🤧
  Alder: 79.7 g/m³
  Birch: 259.2 g/m³
  
• Tuesday 😩
  Alder: 1764.7 g/m³
  Birch: 43.2 g/m³
  
• Wednesday 🤧
  Alder: 237.6 g/m³
  Birch: 0.2 g/m³
  
• See our chart for an hourly overview.

• 4-Day Chart
• Annual Overview

Pollen allergy is a common problem in Helsingfors, Finland. It occurs when the body's immune system reacts to pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds.

In Helsingfors, the pollen season starts in late March and ends in late August. There are three main pollen seasons: tree pollen, grass pollen, and weed pollen.

The tree pollen season is the longest, lasting from late March to mid-May. During this time, birch, alder, and hazel trees release their pollen. The peak pollen count usually occurs in early April.

The grass pollen season is shorter, lasting from mid-June to mid-July. Weed pollen season starts in late July and ends in late August. People with pollen allergies can take steps to avoid pollen and reduce their symptoms during these 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 Helsingfors 🌾. 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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