Pollen in Des Moines, IA

About pollen in Des Moines

Mid-July in Des Moines tends to sit in a bit of a lull between the grass pollen season and the start of ragweed, and today looks like one of those quieter stretches. Most people should notice little to nothing in the air right now, though anyone with sensitivities may still want to pay attention on breezy afternoons when local grasses can stir things up briefly. Looking ahead, expect conditions to stay relatively calm over the next few days, with grass pollen tapering off as summer progresses. The bigger shift to watch for is the approach of ragweed season, which typically ramps up in Iowa from mid to late August and can affect many of the same people who react to grass. Tree pollen, from species like oak, maple, and elm, is long past its spring peak and shouldn't be a factor again until next year.

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Des Moines, IA today?

Des Moines, IA has no notable tree, grass, or weed pollen today.