Moderate Pollen in Cypress, TX

About pollen in Cypress

Pollen levels in Cypress are fairly even across the board today, with tree, grass, and weed all sitting at a moderate level. That means no single source is dominating, but anyone sensitive to any of the three could notice some effect, from mild sneezing to slightly irritated eyes. Trees such as oak and hickory continue to contribute, alongside grasses and weeds, so the overall effect is more of a steady, low-grade presence rather than an intense spike. Looking ahead, this moderate pattern is expected to hold for the next couple of days before easing briefly, then climbing back up toward the end of the five-day stretch. Tree pollen should dip noticeably before ticking back up, while grass and weed levels are likely to stay a bit more consistent, with a small dip followed by a return to moderate readings. This lines up with the season, since late September is typically a time when late-summer weeds like ragweed are still active while grasses linger and early tree activity from species such as oak and lagerstroemia can add to the mix.

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

Meet the trees near you

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

Live oak

Quercus virginiana

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Water oak

Quercus nigra

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Loblolly pine

Pinus taeda

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Common hackberry

Celtis occidentalis

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Cedar elm

Ulmus crassifolia

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Pecan

Carya illinoinensis

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Shumard oak

Quercus shumardii

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

American sycamore

Platanus occidentalis

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

White mulberry

Morus alba

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms spring

American elm

Ulmus americana

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Cherry laurel

Prunus laurocerasus

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Velvet ash

Fraxinus velutina

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Eastern red cedar

Juniperus virginiana

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms winter,spring

Pine

Pinus

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Oak

Quercus

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Boxelder maple

Acer negundo

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Cypress, TX today?

Cypress, 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 2 to 3 of 5.

Is tree pollen high in Cypress, TX right now?

Tree 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 Cypress, TX?

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