Allergies & Pollen Count for Elk Point, South Dakota

Today's Condition

10.3High

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Hemp, Nettle

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 Thursday will be rising and extend further into the very high range. This rise is a result of higher temperatures and the lower dewpoint.

Allergy Facts

The ragweed plant is named for the ragged appearance of its leaves. Short ragweed is considered the most ragged of the ragweed species found in the United States.