Forecast

Grass pollen levels are on the rise in Burgenland!

Whilst the week begins dry in northern Burgenland, southern Burgenland will see some rain on Monday. The rainfall there will reduce pollen levels and provide some relief for those with pollen allergies. The rest of the week will remain dry, with sunny conditions, and from mid-week onwards, maximum daily temperatures will rise to over 30 °C. In these weather conditions, pollen can circulate freely and reach moderate to high levels.

The expected pollen levels are caused by grasses. Currentla couch grass, brome grass and false oat grass, honey grass, cock's foot grass, tufted hairgrass and foxtail grass are in bloom. Peak levels are not expected in the coming days. However, people who are sensitive to grasses should expect moderate to high pollen levels. In meadow areas, additional levels from sorrel and plantain are also possible.

Wheat and rye continue to flower. However, as cereal pollen grains are quite large, they are not carried as far by the wind. Intensive pollen dispersal therefore only occurs in the immediate vicinity of cereal fields.

In the vicinity of olive groves, people who are sensitive to olive tree pollen should be prepared for high levels. Privet is also a significant source for this group of allergy sufferers. 

Linden blossom has passed its peak and is declining in the pollen spectrum. Its flowers are pollinated by insects. The scent of the blossoms can also irritate the airways of sensitive individuals.

Sweet chestnut is also currently in bloom in Styria and may trigger cross-reactions in people who are sensitive to beech or birch trees.

The tree of heaven is in bloom in Burgenland. This is a neophyte from Asia that spreads in nutrient-poor and dry locations (such as railway embankments or wasteland). Allergic skin reactions have already been documented.

Current weather conditions are conducive to the production and release of fungal spores. These have now reached moderate to high concentrations in the ambient air and can cause significant discomfort for allergy sufferers.

In addition to the pollen types mentioned, the pollen spectrum currently also includes nettles, umbellifers, poaceae, legumes, spirea, vines and cypresses. However, these pose only a very low allergenic risk.