NewsUK NewsHay feverThe UK is currently basking in 30C-plus heat09:44, 25 May 2026Updated 09:45, 25 May 2026The UK is enjoying a scorching Bank Holiday Weekend, with temperatures potentially climbing to 30C, meaning certain parts of the nation could be hotter than Ibiza. As we experience a period of pleasant weather, many Brits may view the extended weekend as an ideal chance to tackle some laundry.‌Yet the upcoming days might not be the most suitable time to hang your washing outside if you're affected by hay fever, experts have warned. With mild conditions predicted across much of the UK over the coming days, some regions may experience notably elevated pollen counts.‌For Bank Holiday Monday (May 25), the Met Office is predicting South West England, Wales, the West Midlands, the East Midlands, the East of England, London and South East England will experience high pollen levels, reports the Manchester Evening News. Moving into Tuesday (May 26), the Met Office is also predicting pollen levels will reach very high across South West England, London and South East England.‌With high pollen counts expected over the next few days, it might be sensible to avoid hanging your washing outdoors as specialists suggest this could result in pollen clinging to your clothes. Nigel Bearman, home cleaning expert and founder of Daily Poppins, said: "Hanging your clothes, bedding or towels outside on high pollen days is a recipe for itchy eyes and a stuffy nose. The wet laundry acts like a sponge, soaking up all the pollen.READ MORE: Teacher 'miserable' in UK now pays just £100 for flat with pool in 'really wholesome' countryREAD MORE: 'Bungling doctors spent 7 years treating me for terminal cancer I never had'"It settles into the fibres and clings on as the fabric dries, meaning it'll end up in your bed, wardrobe and on your skin. It's no wonder so many people have allergy flare-ups even in their own homes."Article continues belowLaundry fibres can capture pollen with ease, particularly cotton, linen and towels, while washing lines, balconies and garden drying racks are all susceptible to airborne pollen, especially on warm, breezy days. Pollen transferred from laundry can also worsen hay fever symptoms once brought indoors, even several hours after initial exposure.Nigel added: "On high pollen days, I always recommend drying your clothes indoors, ideally near a window or with decent airflow. If you're short on space, use a collapsible drying rack in a well-ventilated room."While it may make doing the laundry slightly more inconvenient, Nigel maintains that this straightforward change could make daily life considerably more bearable, particularly for those who suffer from seasonal allergies.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌Met OfficeBanksFoodHay feverGood Health