Allergies & Pollen Count for Cave Spring, Virginia

Today's Condition

1.6Low

Top Allergens:

Ragweed

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 Sunday will be at about the same level in the very low range. This is a result of stable temperatures and stable humidity. Pollen levels at this time should only affect those with very serious pollen allergies.

Allergy Facts

Nehemiah Grew, an English physician, was one of the first people to describe pollen. His writings on the subject were published in the late 17th century by the Royal Society of London.