Moderate Pollen in Lawrence, KS
Moderate today, mostly weed pollen.
Last updated August 15, 2026
What to do today
- It's important to shower and wash your hair after spending a lot of time outdoors.
- When spending time outside, use sunglasses and a cap to keep pollen out of your face and eyes.
- Wash clothes worn outdoors to remove any remnants of pollen grains.
- If possible, wear glasses instead of contact lenses.
- Did you hang any laundry outside? Now is a good time to hang clothes indoors or use a dryer if possible.
Forecast
About pollen in Lawrence
Weed pollen is the main driver of today's conditions in Lawrence, sitting at a moderate level that sensitive individuals will likely notice. Tree pollen remains low in the background, so it shouldn't add much to overall discomfort. For most people, today should be manageable, though those with weed sensitivities may want to be mindful of extended time outdoors. Looking ahead, this pattern is expected to hold fairly steady over the next several days, with weed levels easing slightly before ticking back up toward the end of the stretch, while tree pollen stays consistently low throughout. This lines up with the seasonal calendar: mid-August is well past the peak for trees like oak, elm, and hackberry, which shed most of their pollen in spring, and it's still ahead of the heaviest ragweed activity that typically builds through late summer and into fall. In other words, expect weeds to remain the primary source of pollen concern in the near term.
Common questions
- What is the pollen count in Lawrence, KS today?
- Lawrence, KS is at a moderate 3 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 2 to 3 of 5.
- Is weed pollen high in Lawrence, KS right now?
- Weed pollen is moderate today at 3 of 5, and it's past its peak season. Sensitive people may notice symptoms.