Residents in Poole can expect a week of largely sunny and warm weather, though the Met Office warns that high pollen levels will make conditions difficult for many hay fever sufferers.
The week begins on Monday with sunny skies and temperatures reaching 21°C. However, this warm weather, part of the warmest start to April across the UK in about 80 years, has triggered a surge in pollen. On Monday, levels are expected to be very high due to an increase in both oak and birch pollen.
Conditions will become slightly more comfortable on Tuesday, which is set to be cloudy with a maximum temperature of 17°C and moderate pollen levels. The sun will return on Wednesday and Thursday, with temperatures climbing back to 21°C on Wednesday. Pollen levels are expected to be high through the middle and end of the week, accompanied by breezy conditions that include wind gusts of up to 38mph on Wednesday and 36mph on Thursday.
To help manage symptoms during this period, Allergy UK and the NHS suggest that people prone to hay fever take preventative steps. These include limiting outdoor activities on high pollen days, wearing sunglasses to protect the eyes, and applying a small amount of Vaseline around the nostrils to trap pollen particles. Residents are also advised to use antihistamines and keep windows closed while sleeping to reduce exposure.
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