Moderate Pollen in Elmhurst, NY

About pollen in Elmhurst

Tree pollen is the main contributor to today's moderate conditions in Elmhurst, with ash, plane, maple, oak, and birch trees still releasing some pollen into the air. Sensitive individuals may notice mild to moderate symptoms, though most people should find the day manageable. Weed pollen remains very low and is unlikely to cause much trouble. Looking ahead, tree pollen should hold steady at a similar moderate level, while weed pollen stays consistently low through the next several days. This pattern is a bit unusual for mid-October, when tree pollen is typically winding down for the year — a stretch of mild or unseasonably warm weather can sometimes keep certain trees active later than usual. As autumn progresses, overall pollen levels should continue to ease, with weed pollen fading further as the season moves toward winter dormancy.

What to do today

• Pollen is moderate today; sensitive people should limit long stretches outdoors, especially in the afternoon.
• Shower and change clothes after spending time outside.
• Keep windows closed during the highest-pollen hours.

Tree map

Every dot is a tree near Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

Meet the trees near you

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

London planetree

Platanus acerifolia

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Honeylocust

Gleditsia triacanthos

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Pin oak

Quercus palustris

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Japanese zelkova

Zelkova serrata

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Callery pear

Pyrus calleryana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Norway maple

Acer platanoides

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Cherry

Prunus

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Sophora

Styphnolobium japonicum

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Littleleaf linden

Tilia cordata

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

American linden

Tilia americana

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Silver maple

Acer saccharinum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Green ash

Fraxinus pennsylvanica

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

American elm

Ulmus americana

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Swamp white oak

Quercus bicolor

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Crimson king maple

Acer platanoides

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Elmhurst, NY today?

Elmhurst, NY 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 1 to 3 of 5.

Is tree pollen high in Elmhurst, NY right now?

Tree pollen is moderate today at 3 of 5. Sensitive people may notice symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Elmhurst, NY?

The main sources right now are Ash, Plane, Maple, Oak, and Birch.