Allergies & Pollen Count for South Seattle, Washington

Today's Condition

2.2Low

Top Allergens:

Sagebrush/Sage, 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

Concentration of pollen grains in the air for Friday will be unchanged in the low range. Constant and seasonally normal weather conditions tend to stabilize pollen concentrations in the outdoor air.

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.