High Pollen in Abilene, TX

About pollen in Abilene

Weed pollen is the main concern in Abilene today, running high enough to cause noticeable symptoms for those who are sensitive. Tree and grass pollen remain low and are unlikely to cause much trouble. Anyone who reacts strongly to ragweed and similar late-season weeds should expect today to be one of the more irritating days recently. Looking ahead, weed pollen is set to stay high through most of the coming week, dipping briefly before climbing right back up, so sensitive individuals should plan for continued discomfort rather than a quick break. Grass pollen may edge up slightly at times but should stay in a mild range, while tree pollen is expected to remain quiet throughout, which fits the season — local trees such as oak, elm, and mulberry are well past their spring peak and largely dormant now. This pattern is typical for early fall in West Texas, when ragweed and other weeds dominate the pollen picture until the first cooler fronts and freezes bring the season to a close.

What to do today

• Avoid mowing the lawn and raking leaves.
• When driving the car, close your windows and turn the air conditioning system to recirculation mode.
• Keep your windows closed and turn on your air purifier or air conditioning.
• Consider staying indoors during the peak pollen hours (morning and early afternoon).

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Abilene, TX today?

Abilene, TX is at a high 4 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 1 to 4 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Abilene, TX right now?

Weed pollen is high today at 4 of 5, and it's in season now. Many allergy sufferers will have symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Abilene, TX?

The main sources right now are Elm, Grasses, and Ragweed. Elm (Ulmaceae (the Elm family), Two distinct seasons, late winter to early spring, and late summer to fall (species dependent)) is actively pollinating.