Allergies & Pollen Count for Silver Spring Station, Maryland

Today's Condition

5.8Medium

Top Allergens:

Ragweed, Grass

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 Sunday will be falling in the moderate range. This lower level is caused by rising humidity, weak winds and expected precipitation in the morning, afternoon and evening which tends to wash pollen out of the air. Relief is in sight.

Allergy Facts

Approximately 5000 physicians specialize in the practice of allergy in the United States.