High Pollen in Amarillo, TX

About pollen in Amarillo

Weed pollen is the dominant force in Amarillo's air today, reaching a high level that is likely to be noticeable for those with sensitivities. Tree and grass pollen, by contrast, are both quite low and should pose little concern. Anyone prone to seasonal reactions is more likely to notice symptoms outdoors given the elevated weed activity. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to remain high through most of the next several days, with a brief dip to a more moderate level before climbing again. This pattern is typical for late September in the Panhandle, as ragweed and related weeds reach their seasonal peak. Tree and grass pollen should stay minimal throughout the period, which makes sense this time of year since regional trees like cedar, elm, and oak are well past their spring pollen release, and grasses have wound down for the season.

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 Amarillo, TX today?

Amarillo, 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 2 to 4 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Amarillo, 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 Amarillo, TX?

The main sources right now are Ragweed. Ragweed (Asteraceae (the daisy family), Late summer, fall) is actively pollinating.