Moderate Pollen in Austin, TX

About pollen in Austin

Tree pollen is the main contributor to today's moderate conditions in Austin, with counts from oak, ash, maple, taxodium, and sophora enough to cause some irritation for those who are sensitive. Grass pollen remains very low and shouldn't be much of a concern. Overall, it's a fairly manageable day, though anyone with tree allergies may notice mild symptoms outdoors. Looking ahead, tree pollen is expected to hold steady at a moderate level through the next few days, while grass stays quiet and low throughout the stretch. This pattern is a bit unusual for midsummer, when tree pollen has typically wound down for the season in favor of grasses and, later, ragweed. Even so, some lingering tree activity from species like oak and ash can still show up this time of year, so those with sensitivities may want to keep an eye on how they're feeling outdoors.

What to do today

• Pollen is moderate today; sensitive people should limit long stretches outdoors, especially in the afternoon.
• Shower and change clothes after spending time outside.
• Keep windows closed during the highest-pollen hours.

Tree map

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

Meet the trees near you

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

Southern live oak

Quercus virginiana

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Cedar elm

Ulmus crassifolia

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Shumard oak

Quercus shumardii

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Pecan

Carya illinoinensis

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Escarpment live oak

Quercus fusiformis

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

American elm

Ulmus americana

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Texas ash

Fraxinus texensis

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Chinese elm

Ulmus parvifolia

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Sugarberry

Celtis laevigata

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Ornamental pear

Pyrus calleryana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Bigtooth maple

Acer grandidentatum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Monterey oak

Quercus polymorpha

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Chinquapin oak

Quercus muehlenbergii

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Mexican sycamore

Platanus mexicana

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Bradford pear

Pyrus calleryana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

White mulberry

Morus alba

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Austin, TX today?

Austin, TX is at a moderate 3 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by tree pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 1 to 3 of 5.

Is tree pollen high in Austin, TX right now?

Tree pollen is moderate today at 3 of 5. Sensitive people may notice symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Austin, TX?

The main sources right now are Ash, Oak, Maple, Taxodium, and Sophora.