Very Low Pollen in Elgin, IL

About pollen in Elgin

Pollen levels in Elgin are quiet today. Both tree and weed pollen are running very low, and grass appears to be a non-factor as well. Most people, including those with sensitivities, should find the air fairly easy to tolerate through the day. Looking ahead, conditions are expected to stay mild over the next several days, with a slight uptick in both tree and weed pollen midweek before settling back down. This is typical for mid-August, when the spring flush from trees like oak, maple, and birch is long finished, and the season's main story is beginning to shift toward ragweed and other late-summer weeds. Since weed pollen tends to build gradually into early fall, it is worth keeping an eye on the trend even though current numbers remain low.

What to do today

• Pollen levels are very low right now. It's a great day to enjoy the outdoors!

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Elgin, IL today?

Elgin, IL is at a very low 1 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by tree pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 1 to 2 of 5.

Is tree pollen high in Elgin, IL right now?

Tree pollen is very low today at 1 of 5, and it's in season now. Most people won't notice it.

What plants are causing allergies in Elgin, IL?

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