Allergies & Pollen Count for Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Today's Condition

5.5Medium

Top Allergens:

Elm, Sagebrush/Sage, Ragweed

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 Friday will be increasing over today's levels in the moderate range. This results in part from higher temperatures and the lower dewpoint. These overall conditions could make it a bit more difficult for those who are allergic to airborne pollens.

Allergy Facts

Although traditionally a haven for allergy sufferers, the desert may not provide relief for individuals with allergies to airborne molds. A recent study in the Mohave and Colorado deserts found that mold exists in these regions in high enough concentrations to cause an allergic reaction.