High Pollen in Fayetteville, AR

About pollen in Fayetteville

Weed pollen is the main concern in Fayetteville today, with levels 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. If ragweed or similar weeds tend to bother you, today is a day to be a bit more mindful, especially during outdoor activities in the afternoon. Looking ahead, weed pollen should ease over the next couple of days before climbing again toward the end of the five-day stretch, so sensitive individuals may want to keep an eye on symptoms throughout the week rather than expecting steady improvement. Tree and grass pollen are expected to stay low and quiet the entire time, which lines up with the season — oak, maple, and other local trees are dormant this time of year and won't become active again until spring, while grass typically peaks in late spring and early summer. Weeds, especially ragweed, are the ones to watch as fall settles in, since this is their natural peak period.

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 Fayetteville, AR today?

Fayetteville, AR 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 1 to 4 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Fayetteville, AR 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 Fayetteville, AR?

The main sources right now are Ragweed. Ragweed (Asteraceae (the daisy family), Late summer, fall) is actively pollinating.