Moderate Pollen in Albuquerque, NM

About pollen in Albuquerque

Weed pollen is the main story in Albuquerque today, sitting at a moderate level that could be noticeable for those who are especially sensitive. Tree pollen is quiet, with no activity to speak of, so any irritation you feel is almost certainly coming from weeds rather than trees. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to hold steady at this same moderate level through the next several days, so conditions should stay fairly consistent rather than spiking or easing significantly. This fits the season, as late summer in the region tends to favor weeds over trees, with the local trees like ash, elm, pine, and robinia largely finished with their pollen release for the year. If you tend to react to ragweed or similar weeds, this is a good stretch to stay mindful, even as tree-related concerns remain off the table for now.

What to do today

• It's important to shower and wash your hair after spending a lot of time outdoors.
• When spending time outside, use sunglasses and a cap to keep pollen out of your face and eyes.
• Wash clothes worn outdoors to remove any remnants of pollen grains.
• If possible, wear glasses instead of contact lenses.
• Did you hang any laundry outside? Now is a good time to hang clothes indoors or use a dryer if possible.

Tree map

Every dot is a tree near Albuquerque, colored by how allergenic it is. Click one for its details, and zoom in for a closer look.

Top tree-pollen sources

The local tree genera behind today's pollen near Albuquerque. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

Meet the trees near you

Get to know the tree types growing around Albuquerque: what each looks like, how allergenic it is, and when it blooms.

Siberian elm

Ulmus pumila

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

London plane

Platanus acerifolia

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Austrian pine

Pinus nigra

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Honeylocust

Gleditsia triacanthos

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Ash

Fraxinus

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Chinese elm

Ulmus parvifolia

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Texas red oak

Quercus buckleyi

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Elm hybrid

Ulmus

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Raywood ash

Fraxinus oxycarpa

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Cottonwood

Populus deltoides

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Pear

Pyrus

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Arizona sycamore

Platanus wrightii

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

American elm

Ulmus americana

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Elm

Ulmus

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Bur oak

Quercus macrocarpa

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Japanese pagoda tree

Styphnolobium japonicum

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Albuquerque, NM today?

Albuquerque, NM is at a moderate 3 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. The five-day outlook holds steady around 3 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Albuquerque, NM right now?

Weed pollen is moderate today at 3 of 5, and it's past its peak season. Sensitive people may notice symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Albuquerque, NM?

The main sources right now are Metasequoia, Ash, Elm, Robinia, and Pine.