Allergies & Pollen Count for Manchester, Virginia

Today's Condition

2Low

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, 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 Wednesday will be at about the same level in the very low range. This is a result of stable temperatures. Due to the low levels of pollen, the outlook for allergy sufferers remains favorable.

Allergy Facts

Pollen grains found in ancient coffins can indicate what time of year -- and perhaps even the month -- its occupant died. One can also determine if the coffin was transported from another region to the burial site if pollen grains found in the coffin cannot be attributed to local plant forms.