Allergies & Pollen Count for Pontoosuc, Illinois

Today's Condition

6.1Medium

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

The amount of pollen in the air for Thursday will be falling in the moderate range. Since the weather has a major influence on pollen dispersal, this decrease is due in part to rising relative humidity and relatively weaker winds.

Allergy Facts

Research indicates that the ragweed season begins each year in the northern United States. Data collected in Minneapolis and St. Paul demonstrate that ragweed pollen is found in Minnesota as early as late July compared to early September in southern Texas. Likewise, pollen counts are highest in Minnesota during late August and early September compared to mid-October in Texas.