Allergies & Pollen Count for Forest Lake, Minnesota

Today's Condition

0.7Low

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Chenopods, Sagebrush/Sage

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

Based on past pollen counts and expected weather conditions, pollen levels for Wednesday will be higher than they were today but will still remain in the low range. Since the weather has a major influence on pollen dispersal, this increase is due in part to rising temperatures. If you do suffer from allergies tomorrow could be more difficult.

Allergy Facts

A recent psychiatric study attempted to determine the effect of allergic rhinitis on symptomatic patients' fatigue levels and moods. The study was conducted during ragweed season. Findings suggest that having allergic reactions to ragweed pollen causes significant fatigue and mood changes in at least a subgroup of patients.