Moderate Pollen in Colorado Springs, CO

About pollen in Colorado Springs

Grass pollen is the main driver of today's conditions in Colorado Springs, sitting at a moderate level that could cause some noticeable symptoms for those who are sensitive to it. Tree pollen, meanwhile, remains very low, so it should not be a significant factor for most people right now. Looking ahead, grass pollen is expected to ease slightly over the next several days, settling into a milder but still present range, while tree pollen should stay quiet throughout the period. This pattern fits the season well: the earlier tree pollen from species like ash, oak, and elm has largely wound down, and grasses are now the more active source of pollen as summer settles in. Anyone who reacts to grass may still want to keep an eye on outdoor conditions, even as the overall pollen picture stays relatively manageable.

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 Colorado Springs, 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 Colorado Springs. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

Meet the trees near you

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

Green ash

Fraxinus pennsylvanica

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Siberian elm

Ulmus pumila

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Ponderosa pine

Pinus ponderosa

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Silver maple

Acer saccharinum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Honeylocust

Gleditsia triacanthos

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Austrian pine

Pinus nigra

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Norway maple

Acer platanoides

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Littleleaf linden

Tilia cordata

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

Rocky mountain juniper

Juniperus scopulorum

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms winter,spring

Plains cottonwood

Populus sargentii

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Pinon pine

Pinus edulis

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Quaking aspen

Populus tremuloides

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Juniper

Juniperus chinensis

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms winter,spring

Pinyon pine

Pinus edulis

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Elm

Ulmus

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Swamp white oak

Quercus bicolor

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Colorado Springs, CO today?

Colorado Springs, CO is at a moderate 3 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by grass pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 2 to 3 of 5.

Is grass pollen high in Colorado Springs, CO right now?

Grass pollen is moderate today at 3 of 5, and it's past its peak season. Sensitive people may notice symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Colorado Springs, CO?

The main sources right now are Ash, Oak, and Elm.