High Pollen in Fargo, ND

High today, mostly weed pollen.

Last updated August 15, 2026

Today's index4out of 5High
TreeVery Lowoff-season
WeedHighoff-season

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).

Forecast

Sun
5
Mon
5
Tue
4
Wed
5

About pollen in Fargo

Weed pollen is the main concern in Fargo today, with levels running high enough to cause noticeable symptoms for those who are sensitive. Tree pollen, by contrast, is quiet and unlikely to cause much trouble. If you tend to react to ragweed and other late-summer weeds, today is a day to be mindful, especially during outdoor activity in the afternoon. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to remain high through the next several days, even edging higher at times, so this pattern looks set to continue rather than ease up soon. This lines up with the season — mid-August is prime time for ragweed and other weeds across the region, while tree pollen from species like oak, elm, and cottonwood remains dormant until spring. Expect weeds to stay the dominant driver of pollen discomfort for the next few weeks.

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Fargo, ND today?
Fargo, ND 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 4 to 5 of 5.
Is weed pollen high in Fargo, ND right now?
Weed pollen is high today at 4 of 5, and it's past its peak season. Many allergy sufferers will have symptoms.