Pollen Count & Forecast for Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi’s primary allergy season (February-May) has high Date Palm (Phoenix dactylifera) pollen; trees are prolific in Umm Al Emarat Park and residential gardens; Ghaf (Prosopis cineraria) is widespread across Khalifa Park. Chenopods (Amaranthaceae) contribute significantly from the Mangrove National Park. Year-round periods see high Grass (Poaceae) pollen levels, originating from irrigated lawns on Yas Island and the Corniche.

Strong desert winds and sandstorms carry dust and pollen across the city. High humidity near the Arabian Gulf causes elevated Mould (Alternaria, Cladosporium) spore counts; spores are in air conditioning systems and damp soil near the Eastern Mangroves.