Allergies & Pollen Count for Saint Petersburg, Florida

Today's Condition

3.5Low-Medium

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Chenopods

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

Based on past pollen counts and expected weather conditions, pollen levels for Saturday will be greater than today's levels but will still remain in the low range. This increase is due to drier air.

Allergy Facts

The hemp family consists of various weeds and herbs including marijuana and hops. Hemp plants flower (shed pollen) during the summer and early fall; a significant number of people suffer from hay fever caused by this pollen.