High Pollen in Lee's Summit, MO

About pollen in Lee's Summit

Weed pollen is the main story in Lee's Summit today, and levels are high enough that sensitive individuals will likely notice symptoms through much of the day. If you tend to react to ragweed or similar weeds, it may be worth limiting time outdoors during peak afternoon hours and keeping windows closed when possible. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to hold steady at a high level for the next several days before easing slightly toward the end of the five-day stretch. This tracks with the typical pattern for early October, when ragweed and other late-season weeds are at their strongest before cooler weather sets in. Tree pollen, which comes from species like oak, maple, and elm here in the region, is not a concern at this time of year and will remain quiet until spring.

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 Lee's Summit, MO today?

Lee's Summit, MO 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 Lee's Summit, MO 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 Lee's Summit, MO?

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