Allergies & Pollen Count for Carlsbad Caverns Natl Park, New Mexico

Today's Condition

6Medium

Top Allergens:

Grass, Sagebrush/Sage, Chenopods

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 Wednesday will remain relatively stable in the moderate range. The pollen producing plants are delivering a fairly constant level of pollen into the air.

Allergy Facts

Although the sunflower plant is a relative of ragweed, its pollen is not generally considered a serious cause of hay fever.