Allergies & Pollen Count for Bass Harbor, Maine

Today's Condition

4.8Low-Medium

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Chenopods, Grass

Pollen Index

9.7 - 12 - High

Very high pollen levels. Symptoms are likely for most people with pollen allergies.

7.3 - 9.6 - Medium - High

High enough pollen levels that most allergy sufferers will notice symptoms.

4.9 - 7.2 - Medium

Moderate pollen levels. Many people with allergies may start experiencing symptoms.

2.5 - 4.8 - Low - Medium

Small amounts of pollen present. Highly sensitive individuals may notice mild symptoms.

0.0 - 2.4 - Low

Very little pollen in the air. Most people with pollen allergies will not experience symptoms.

Discussion

Pollen concentrations for Saturday will be increasing over today's levels in the moderate range. This increase is due to drier air. These overall conditions could make it a bit more difficult for those who are allergic to airborne pollens.

Allergy Facts

Sometimes having allergies can be fun. One good way to minimize allergy discomfort is to take a vacation at the height of the pollen season. The ragweed season may be a great excuse for a trip to Europe, where ragweed plants are relatively uncommon.