Pollen count in Ireland today
Tuesday 6 October. Updated 19:01.
Quiet season
Low in all 32 counties. Tree pollen usually returns in February, 118 days away.
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Every county
Today's level for each county, grouped by province.
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Leinster
Air quality today
Good or fair in 31 of 32 counties. Dublin is moderate.
UV up to 2 at midday.
Air quality by countyThe pollen year in Ireland
Pollen season is over for now. Tree pollen usually returns in February.
When each pollen is in the air
- Tree: February to May, birch peaks in April.
- Grass: May to July, the main hay fever season.
- Weed: June to September.
What the levels mean
- LowFew people notice symptoms.
- ModeratePeople with stronger hay fever may notice.
- HighMost people with hay fever will notice. Plan around the worst hours.
- Very highSymptoms are likely. Keep time outside short and windows closed.
Each level is a forecast of how much pollen will be in the air. How our forecast works
All year round
- Air quality and UVThe European Air Quality Index, fine particles, ozone and UV for every county and town.
- Pollen calendarWhen each pollen is in the air, month by month, and how the 2026 season went in your county.
- Could it be mould?Autumn sneezing is often mould spores, not pollen. When they peak and what helps.
Find allergy help
Clinics, GPs, hospital departments and pharmacies in every county, plus online services that cover all of Ireland. A pharmacist is often the quickest place to start.
Tip of the week
Beware of Bonfires
The smoke from bonfires can irritate the respiratory system. If attending a bonfire, try to stay upwind of the smoke and maintain a reasonable distance to reduce inhalation.
Questions about pollen in Ireland
What is the pollen count in Ireland today?
pollen.ie forecasts the pollen level for all 32 counties and 63 larger towns every day, from Low to Very high. The top of the homepage shows today's level across Ireland and the counties where it is highest. Each county and town page shows the worst hours and what to do.
When is pollen season in Ireland?
Tree pollen runs from February to May, grass pollen from May to July with June usually the worst month, and weed pollen from late June to September. From October to January pollen stays low across Ireland.
What does a High pollen count mean?
Most people with hay fever will notice symptoms. Take your usual medication early, keep bedroom windows closed in the morning and plan time outside around the worst hours.
How does the weather affect pollen?
Warm, dry and breezy days spread the most pollen. Rain washes it out of the air for a while. Thunderstorms can make symptoms worse for some people.
Can I get pollen alerts for my county?
Yes. Sign up free and we email you when tree and grass pollen seasons start in your county, then the evening before each High day. Nothing on quiet days, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Where does the forecast come from?
We use the European air quality forecast from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS), through Open-Meteo, with a weather forecast for each county. It updates every six hours. It is a forecast, not a measured pollen count.