Allergies & Pollen Count for Iowa, Louisiana

Today's Condition

1.3Low

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Elm, 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

The pollen levels for Thursday will be on the increase but will still remain in the low range. This forecast of higher pollen concentration is based on higher temperatures and the lower dewpoint. The increase of this magnitude could make it more difficult for those with allergies.

Allergy Facts

Another word for allergy is "atopy" which, derived from the Greek, means strange disease.