When is Hazel pollen season in Austria?

The Hazel pollen season runs from Jan to Mar, peaking from Feb to Feb.

What symptoms does Hazel pollen allergy cause?

Sneezing, Itchy eyes, Runny nose, Fatigue.

What cross-reactions occur with Hazel allergy?

The following cross-reactions are known for Hazel allergy: Hazelnut, Apple, Cherry.

Hazel

Corylus

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Botanical nameCorylus

SeasonJan – Mar

Peak levelFeb – Feb

Together with alder, hazel is the earliest pollen source of the year. The first hazel pollen can appear as early as January during mild weather. Cross-reactions with birch pollen and hazelnuts are common.

Pollen Season

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Season (Jan – Mar) Peak level (Feb – Feb)

Typical Symptoms

Sneezing
Itchy eyes
Runny nose
Fatigue

Threshold Levels

Level 0 of 5: None< 10 grains/m³
Level 1 of 5: Low≥ 10 grains/m³
Level 2 of 5: Moderate≥ 50 grains/m³
Level 3 of 5: High≥ 80 grains/m³
Level 4 of 5: Very High≥ 150 grains/m³
Level 5 of 5: Extreme≥ 300 grains/m³

Thresholds based on European Aeroallergen Network (EAN) guidelines

Cross-Reactions

Hazelnut(Oral Allergy Syndrome)

Common

Apple(Oral Allergy Syndrome)

Occasional

Cherry(Oral Allergy Syndrome)

Occasional

Tips for Allergy Sufferers

1Watch for pollen levels as early as winter

2Cross-reaction with hazelnuts is possible — get it checked medically

3Fit pollen screens on bedroom windows

Hazel Pollen Forecast by City

Vienna Graz Linz Salzburg Innsbruck Klagenfurt St. Poelten Bregenz Eisenstadt

Other Pollen Types

Alder Birch Grass Mugwort Ragweed Ash Rye