{"id":1766217,"date":"2025-06-09T14:13:13","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T18:13:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/?p=1766217"},"modified":"2025-06-09T14:13:38","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T18:13:38","slug":"summer-asthma-and-warm-weather","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/allergyasthmanetwork.org\/news\/summer-asthma-and-warm-weather\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Asthma and Warm Weather"},"content":{"rendered":"
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People often ask: \u201cDoes summer make asthma worse?\u201d or \u201cWhy is my asthma worse in the summer?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some people with asthma<\/strong><\/a> may experience fewer symptoms and flare-ups during the summer. But others may experience an increase in asthma symptoms, leading to full-blown summer asthma attacks<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hot and humid weather and exposure to pollens, mold spores and air pollution can cause asthma symptoms to flare. Warm weather activities such as playing sports, exercising and camping can also lead to increased respiratory problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s explore some causes of summer asthma, identify common triggers and learn summer asthma tips to avoid flare-ups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does asthma flare up in summer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For people with seasonal allergic asthma<\/strong><\/a>, summer is when symptoms tend to improve. In many areas of the United States, there are fewer triggers, such as respiratory viruses and cold, dry air. More time is spent outdoors, so there is less exposure to indoor allergens that can trigger symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For others, summer heat and allergies can affect asthma. Heat and humidity from summer weather can make breathing difficult for people with asthma. Summer months also increase exposure to different triggers such as tree, grass or ragweed pollen, thunderstorms, campfires and air pollution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re concerned about having a summertime asthma attack, talk with your doctor about adjusting your Asthma Action Plan<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>during summer months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are the causes of summer asthma?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hot weather can make asthma worse. This is because high temperatures and humidity can cause the airways to tighten and become narrower, making it harder to breathe for people with asthma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heat also increases the risk of air pollution. It traps ozone and particulate matter from cars, trucks and other sources. When in the air, these pollutants can be easily inhaled and cause asthma symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also during the summer, the air may not circulate well. The air may become stagnant. This can trap pollens, dust, mold and pollutants. These are potential triggers of allergic <\/s>asthma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s usually best to keep the indoor temperature between 68\u00b0F and 71\u00b0F. Keeping the humidity between 30% and 50% can also help. If you live in a dry area, a humidifier might be useful. If you live in a humid area, a dehumidifier can help keep the air from getting too damp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are summer asthma symptoms?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Asthma symptoms<\/strong><\/a> in the summer are the same as during other times of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n