Allergies & Pollen Count for Hancock, Maryland

Today's Condition

0.6Low

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Chenopods

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 Wednesday will be on the increase 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 higher temperatures and the lower dewpoint. The increase of this magnitude could make it more difficult for those with allergies.

Allergy Facts

A recent study conducted in Italy demonstrated that ragweed pollen now occurs in the atmosphere of some Italian cities. This pollen comes from ragweed species that are native to North America which may have been accidentally introduced in Europe.