High Pollen in Boca Raton, FL

About pollen in Boca Raton

Weed pollen is driving the count today in Boca Raton, and it is running high enough to bother those with sensitivities. Tree pollen is barely present, and grass is on the low side, so most of today's irritation, if you notice any, is likely to trace back to weeds rather than trees or grasses. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to stay high through the next several days, consistent with the season, since late summer into fall is when ragweed and similar weeds typically peak in South Florida. Grass pollen may tick up slightly by the end of the stretch, while tree pollen should remain minimal, with local trees such as oak, pine, and palm not contributing much this time of year. Anyone sensitive to weeds should expect conditions to stay fairly consistent, with little relief in sight over the coming days.

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 Boca Raton, FL today?

Boca Raton, FL 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 3 to 4 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Boca Raton, FL 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 Boca Raton, FL?

The main sources right now are Elm, Grasses, and Ragweed. Elm (Ulmaceae (the Elm family), Two distinct seasons, late winter to early spring, and late summer to fall (species dependent)) is actively pollinating.