Low Pollen in Arlington, VA

About pollen in Arlington

Weed pollen is the main contributor to today's count in Arlington, though overall levels remain low. Tree pollen is essentially quiet at this point in the season, so anyone with sensitivities is more likely to notice mild effects from weeds than from trees. For most people, today should feel like an easy day outdoors, with only light irritation possible for those who react strongly to weed pollen. Looking ahead, tree pollen is expected to stay very low through the next several days, which lines up with the calendar — trees such as oak, maple, and the flowering ornamentals like Prunus, Malus, and Koelreuteria finished their heavier release back in spring. Weed pollen, on the other hand, is likely to bounce around a bit, dipping slightly before ticking up toward the middle of the stretch. This pattern fits the season, as late summer is typically when weeds such as ragweed become the more active source of pollen. Sensitive individuals may want to keep an eye on the slightly higher weed days later in the forecast.

What to do today

• It's a good day for outdoor activities since pollen levels are low.
• Do you know which plants cause your pollen allergy? Check out the pollen data to be prepared.

Tree map

Every dot is a tree near Arlington, 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 Arlington. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

Meet the trees near you

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

Willow oak

Quercus phellos

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Red maple

Acer rubrum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Cherry

Prunus

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

American elm

Ulmus americana

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Red oak

Quercus rubra

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Pin oak

Quercus palustris

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Chokecherry

Prunus virginiana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

London plane tree

Platanus acerifolia

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Japanese zelkova

Zelkova serrata

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

American sycamore

Platanus occidentalis

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Kwanzan cherry

Prunus serrulata

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Okame cherry

Prunus L.

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Swamp white oak

Quercus bicolor

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Sugar maple

Acer saccharum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Hedge maple

Acer campestre

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Chinese elm

Ulmus parvifolia

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Arlington, VA today?

Arlington, VA is at a low 2 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 1 to 3 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Arlington, VA right now?

Weed pollen is low today at 2 of 5, and it's past its peak season. Most people won't have symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Arlington, VA?

The main sources right now are Koelreuteria, Prunus, Maple, Malus, and Oak.