Allergies & Pollen Count for West Reading, Pennsylvania

Today's Condition

0.1Low

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

The amount of pollen in the air for Sunday will not change appreciably and will remain in the extremely low range. This is a result of stable temperatures. Although pollen is almost non-existent at this time, the budding trees are not far off. By the time the tree buds are noticeable, the new pollen is already in the air.

Allergy Facts

Recent studies indicated that flooded buildings often become extensively contaminated with molds. The buildings' occupants frequently experience flare-ups in their allergies and asthma from greater exposure to spores produced by these molds.