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What is pollen, and why is it a problem?
Pollen is the microscopic grains plants release into the air to reproduce. Wind-pollinated trees, grasses and weeds produce huge amounts of pollen, which the wind carries over long distances. Some people’s immune systems overreact to pollen, causing symptoms such as sneezing, a runny nose and itchy eyes.
Pollen season in Türkiye
The pollen calendar varies with region, altitude and each year’s weather. A general outline:
| Period | Main pollens | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Late winter – early spring | Tree pollen (cypress, alder, birch, hazel) | Can start early after mild winters |
| Mid-spring | Tree pollen (olive, plane, oak) | Olive stands out in coastal areas |
| Late spring – early summer | Grass and meadow pollen | The hardest period for many people |
| Late summer – autumn | Weed pollen, mould spores | Mould spores increase in damp weather |
You can follow current pollen levels in your area through weather services and pollen bulletins.
