Allergies & Pollen Count for Swarthmore, Pennsylvania

Today's Condition

6.8Medium

Top Allergens:

Grass, Chenopods, 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 amount of pollen in the air for Tuesday will be on the increase in the high range. This rise is a result of rising temperatures, strong winds and lower relative humidity. The increase of this magnitude could make it more difficult for those with allergies.

Allergy Facts

It is believed that ragweed is successful because of the plant's height and early emergence. These two characteristics allow ragweed to out-compete other plants for soil nutrients and sunlight, the two main needs of plants.