Pollen Count & Forecast for Salvador

Salvador’s dry season (September-March) is dominated by Mango and Cashew pollen; Mango (Mangifera indica) common in Parque da Cidade; Cashew (Anacardium occidentale) found in residential gardens. Year-round warmth sees high Grass (Poaceae) pollen levels, originating from lawns around Dique do Tororó and Parque de Pituaçu. Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus) trees in coastal forests contribute to seasonal irritants.

Strong Atlantic sea breezes disperse pollen but maintain high humidity. Constant moisture leads to elevated Mould (Aspergillus, Penicillium, Alternaria, Cladosporium) spore counts; these originate from older colonial buildings in Pelourinho and the decomposing leaf litter of Atlantic Forest patches. Coastal zones and high-density urban areas have the highest concentrations.