Allergies & Pollen Count for Fort Collins, Colorado

Today's Condition

7.2Medium

Top Allergens:

Chenopods, Ragweed, 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

The pollen levels for Saturday will be higher than they were today in the moderate range. This increase is due to seasonally normal weather conditions which are favorable for the production and dispersal of pollen.

Allergy Facts

Allergic rhinitis can be a serious nuisance to many athletes. However, it is possible to excel to elite levels. In the 2002 Winter Olympic Games, for example, 49% of Italy's team suffered from allergic rhinitis.