Moderate Pollen in Arlington, VA

About pollen in Arlington

Weed pollen is the main story in Arlington today, sitting at a moderate level that sensitive individuals will likely notice. Tree pollen is absent right now, and grass is barely present, so if you are feeling any allergy symptoms this week, weeds are the most probable cause. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to climb over the next couple of days before easing back down toward the end of the stretch. This tracks with the season, as ragweed and other late-summer and fall weeds typically reach their strongest levels around this time before tapering off as autumn progresses. Grass should remain minimal, and tree pollen from species like oak, maple, and Prunus is not expected to stir again until closer to spring.

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 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 moderate 3 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 0 to 4 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Arlington, VA right now?

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

What plants are causing allergies in Arlington, VA?

The main sources right now are Koelreuteria, Prunus, Maple, Malus, and Oak. Ragweed (Asteraceae (the daisy family), Late summer, fall) is actively pollinating.