High Pollen in Fort Lauderdale, FL

About pollen in Fort Lauderdale

Weed pollen is the main driver of today's conditions in Fort Lauderdale, running high and likely to cause noticeable symptoms for those who are sensitive. Grass pollen adds to the mix at a moderate level, which can still cause some irritation if you're prone to reactions. Tree pollen, by contrast, is barely registering and shouldn't be a concern for most people. Looking ahead, this pattern is expected to hold steady over the next several days, with weed pollen remaining high and grass staying moderate throughout the week. Tree pollen should continue to stay low, consistent with the season, since South Florida's trees are well past their spring peak. The real story this time of year is ragweed and other fall-blooming weeds, which tend to dominate the pollen picture through autumn, so anyone with weed allergies should expect symptoms to persist in the days ahead.

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 Fort Lauderdale, FL today?

Fort Lauderdale, FL is at a high 4 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. The five-day outlook holds steady around 4 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Fort Lauderdale, FL 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL?

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.