DENVER -- A warm spring day at the park is perfect for playing, but pesky spring allergies are wreaking havoc.

Warm, non-typical weather in the metro area has trees budding and flowering four to six weeks earlier than normal.

"I think Colorado being dry, we didn’t get much moisture (this winter), so the pollen and dust is up," said Jared Greenwood, who suffers from allergies.

Dr. Jeff Albright said he is seeing quite a few patients complaining early this season.

"I'm seeing a lot more folks coming in to take care of their sinuses," said Albright. "Things are acting up because of the wind and change in temperatures."

Besides typical remedies, Albright recommends acupuncture.

"Acupuncture tends to stimulate both the nervous system and immune system. (Acupuncture) can calm it down just a little bit," he said.

A couple at Washington Park who were cycling Sunday said the early spring-like temperature have been a great excuse to get out and enjoy the outdoors as long as they pack some necessities.

"Claritin, to try to suppress it," said Ben Gnatia. "Other than that, my handkerchief is the best medication."

Albright warns this allergy season could be a long and difficult one for people who suffer from allergies.