MeteoSwiss operates the national pollen network. Since the year 2023, the new automatic pollen monitors are in operation and deliver real-time pollen data in an hourly resolution. Thanks to these real-time measurements, forecasts of pollen levels can be greatly improved. In addition, allergy sufferers can better plan their activities and receipts of medication. In addtion, real-time and hourly data are leading to a better understanding of allergic reactions in relation to pollen exposure. Switzerland is the first country in the world to be equipped with such a national network for automatic pollen measurement.
Pollen measuring site in Payerne. Picture: Gian Lieberherr / MeteoSwiss
Real-time pollen data and pollen information are available from
MeteoSwiss:
German: Real-time data, pollen forecasts, pollen calendars, season overview
French: Real-time data, pollen forecasts, pollen calendars, season overview
aha! Allergiezentrum Schweiz:
pollenundallergie.ch / pollenetallergie.ch and Pollen News App