High Pollen in Lawton, OK

About pollen in Lawton

Weed pollen is the main concern in Lawton today, running high enough to cause noticeable symptoms for those who are sensitive. Tree and grass pollen remain low and are unlikely to cause much trouble. Overall, anyone with weed allergies should expect a more irritating day than those sensitive mainly to trees or grasses. Looking ahead, this pattern should hold steady over the next several days, with weed pollen staying high while tree and grass levels continue at low, manageable levels. This fits the season well — early October is prime time for ragweed and other fall weeds across Oklahoma, while trees like oak, elm, and cedar remain largely dormant until spring. Expect weed pollen to stay the dominant factor through the week, with little relief until cooler weather and the first hard frost arrive.

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 Lawton, OK today?

Lawton, OK 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 Lawton, OK 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 Lawton, OK?

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