Allergies & Pollen Count for Portage, Michigan

Today's Condition

7.4Medium-High

Top Allergens:

Nettle, Grass, Plantain

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 quantity of pollen grains in the air for Wednesday will be on the increase in the high range. This higher level is caused in part by seasonally normal weather conditions which are favorable for the production and dispersal of pollen.

Allergy Facts

Although the sunflower plant is a relative of ragweed, its pollen is not generally considered a serious cause of hay fever.