Allergies & Pollen Count for Urbandale, Iowa

Today's Condition

2Low

Top Allergens:

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

Based on past pollen counts and expected weather conditions, pollen levels for Wednesday will be on the increase but will still remain in the low range. This increase is due to rising temperatures, strong winds and lower relative humidity.

Allergy Facts

Pollen grains found in ancient coffins can indicate what time of year -- and perhaps even the month -- its occupant died. One can also determine if the coffin was transported from another region to the burial site if pollen grains found in the coffin cannot be attributed to local plant forms.