Allergies & Pollen Count for Garrett Park, Maryland

Today's Condition

9.4Medium-High

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Nettle, Grass

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 Tuesday will be higher than they were today in the high range. Since the weather has a major influence on pollen dispersal, this increase is due in part to rising temperatures.

Allergy Facts

Ragweed generally grows in disturbed soil (e.g., tilled agricultural fields, construction sites). Ecologists consider ragweed a pioneer plant for its ability to invade vacant soils or soils that cannot support other vegetation.