CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - While there has been some snow here in western Massachusetts, it's not the only thing flying around.  Tree pollen is becoming a problem for those with allergies. Tree pollen is at its worst in April and May as the trees start to bloom with more sunlight and warmer weathe r. As of now, tree pollen is high, and if you have allergies, you may be noticing them.  LIST: April snow showers bring totals to western Massachusetts When it comes to allergy season, major factors that can spread pollen or make it worse are windy and dry conditions. Tree pollen is the first pollen to bloom when it comes to spring, followed by grass pollen. Rain can help keep pollen counts down, but as soon as the weather dries up, the trees will emit more pollen.  Some ways to protect yourself or mitigate your allergies are to keep your house and car windows closed, shower after being outside, and if you have serious allergies, sometimes wearing a mask or glasses can help.  Local News Headlines $100K Mass Cash winning ticket bought in Chicopee set to expire State revokes license of ophthalmologist who practiced in Springfield, Wilbraham Six Flags New England closed Saturday due to weather Major factors that cause allergy season in Massachusetts WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com. ...read more read less