Allergies & Pollen Count for Brandywine, Delaware

Today's Condition

1.1Low

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Grass, Plantain

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

The pollen levels for Monday will be increasing over today's levels but will still remain in the low range. This higher level is caused in part by higher temperatures and the lower dewpoint. These overall conditions could make it a bit more difficult for those who are allergic to airborne pollens.

Allergy Facts

Asthma is the number one chronic disease suffered by American children, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.