High Pollen in Hampton, VA

About pollen in Hampton

Weed pollen is the dominant story in Hampton today, reaching a high level that is likely to bother anyone with seasonal sensitivities. Tree and grass pollen remain very low and shouldn't cause much concern. If you tend to react to ragweed, expect symptoms like sneezing or itchy eyes to be more noticeable outdoors, especially during the afternoon hours when pollen tends to circulate most. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to stay high over the next couple of days before easing slightly toward the end of the five-day outlook, though it will likely remain in a moderately elevated range. Tree and grass pollen should continue to hold steady at low levels through the period. This pattern fits the season well: late September marks the heart of ragweed season along the coastal Southeast, while oaks, pines, and maples—common in the Hampton area—are largely dormant until their spring release.

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 Hampton, VA today?

Hampton, VA 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 3 to 4 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Hampton, VA 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 Hampton, VA?

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