Allergies & Pollen Count for Madison, Wisconsin

Today's Condition

3.7Low-Medium

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Chenopods, Nettle

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

Based on past pollen counts and expected weather conditions, pollen levels for Thursday will be rising in the high range. This results in part from drier air. This heavy increase in pollen concentration could very well cause problems for those who are allergic to airborne pollens.

Allergy Facts

Although the most visually obvious allergen is weed pollen, it is important to see an allergist to determine the exact cause of your allergy, so that an effective treatment can be determined.