Pollen Count & Forecast for Bangalore
About Pollen in Bangalore
Bangalore’s dry season (November-March) is dominated by Parthenium and Eucalyptus; Parthenium (Parthenium hysterophorus) is prolific across vacant plots and roadsides; Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) is widespread in Bannerghatta Forest. Yellow Flame (Peltophorum pterocarpum) lines the streets of Jayanagar and Indiranagar. Summer (March-May) sees high Grass (Poaceae) pollen; Bermuda Grass (Cynodon dactylon) grows in Cubbon Park and Lalbagh Botanical Garden.
The city’s high elevation and moderate winds carry pollen across the Deccan Plateau. Monsoon (June-October) sees high Mould (Aspergillus, Penicillium) spore counts; damp conditions exist near Ulsoor Lake and the Vrishabhavathi River. High humidity in neighborhoods with dense tree cover traps allergens.