High Pollen in Edinburg, TX

About pollen in Edinburg

Weed pollen is the main concern in Edinburg today, running high enough to cause noticeable symptoms for those who are sensitive. Tree and grass pollen, by contrast, are both very low and unlikely to cause much trouble right now. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to stay elevated through most of the coming days, with only a brief dip midweek before climbing again. This lines up with the season, as late summer into fall is peak time for ragweed and other weeds in the region, while tree pollen from local species like oak, ash, and mesquite remains quiet until spring and grass pollen stays low until its late spring and early summer surge.

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 Edinburg, TX today?

Edinburg, TX 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 2 to 4 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Edinburg, TX 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 Edinburg, TX?

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.