Oak Allergy: Complete Guide
Summary — Oak
- Scientific name
- Quercus
- Family
- Fagaceae
- Season
- April to May
- Zones
- All of Europe
- Toxicity (Ct)
- 1 — Standard
Oak Pollination Period
Oak pollen is active from April to May. Monthly pollination calendar:
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
AirPollens Tip
Check our real-time map to see current oak pollen levels in your city.
Geographic zones
Oak is mainly found in: All of Europe.
Symptoms of Oak allergy
- Sneezing fits, especially in the morning
- Rhinitis: runny nose
- Allergic conjunctivitis: red, watery, itchy eyes
- Nasal congestion
- Fatigue and irritability
AirPollens Toxicity Coefficient
The toxicity coefficient (Ct) of oak is 1. Its allergenic potential is standard.
Cross allergies
People allergic to oak pollen may react to certain foods. Complete guide to cross allergies.
Tips and prevention
- Check the AirPollens map every morning
- Go out after rain (pollen is washed away)
- Keep windows closed during peak pollination
- Rinse your nose with saline solution in the evening
- Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes
Real-time data
Track oak pollen levels in real time on the AirPollens interactive map.
Sources
Data from Open-Meteo CAMS, Atmo France, RNSA, EAN and Copernicus. Toxicity coefficient calculated by the proprietary AirPollens algorithm.