Allergies & Pollen Count for Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Today's Condition

2Low

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Sagebrush/Sage, Elm

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

Concentration of pollen grains in the air for Wednesday will be rising in the moderate range. This is likely to be caused in part by rising temperatures, strong winds and lower relative humidity. This heavy increase in pollen concentration could very well cause problems for those who are allergic to airborne pollens.

Allergy Facts

One of the many unfortunate effects of allergies on some sufferers can be a permanent mark on or around the bridge of the nose from constant rubbing in an upward direction. This rubbing is referred to as the allergic salute.