Allergies & Pollen Count for Powell, Tennessee

Today's Condition

3Low-Medium

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Grass, 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 quantity of pollen grains in the air for Friday will be increasing over today's levels in the moderate range. This increase is due to drier air. These overall conditions could make it a bit more difficult for those who are allergic to airborne pollens.

Allergy Facts

In the days immediately following a hurricane, pollen levels typically rise because of increased atmospheric turbulence in the geographic area affected by the hurricane.