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UK Braces for Heatwave Amid High Pollen Count
6 Apr
Summary
- England and Wales face very high pollen counts on Tuesday and Wednesday.
- Temperatures could reach 24C in southeast England this week.
- Allergy UK advises closing windows and limiting outdoor activities.
England and Wales are bracing for a significant rise in pollen counts on Tuesday and Wednesday, with many areas expecting very high levels. This coincides with a warm spell that could see the warmest temperatures of the year recorded three times this week.
Temperatures are forecast to reach highs of 21C or 22C on Tuesday, potentially climbing as high as 24C in southeast England by Wednesday. This warmth is due to high pressure building behind the recent Storm Dave, drawing warmer air from the continent.
Hay fever sufferers are advised by Allergy UK to limit outdoor activities during periods of high pollen. Recommendations include keeping home windows closed and avoiding drying laundry outside to mitigate symptoms.
The warmer weather is expected to be short-lived, with temperatures returning to seasonal averages by Thursday. The Met Office anticipates more changeable weather with rain and showers towards the end of the week, influenced by wind direction changes.
