High Pollen in Lexington-Fayette, KY

About pollen in Lexington-Fayette

Weed pollen is the main story in Lexington-Fayette today, running high and likely noticeable for anyone with sensitivities. Grass, by contrast, is barely registering and shouldn't cause much concern. Those who react to ragweed and similar late-season weeds may want to be more mindful outdoors, especially during the morning hours when pollen tends to be most concentrated. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to hold steady at a high level for the next several days before dropping off sharply toward the end of the stretch. Grass should remain quiet throughout. This pattern fits the season well — early autumn is peak time for ragweed and other weeds across the region, while the tree pollen that affects oaks, maples, and similar species in this area won't return in force 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY today?

Lexington-Fayette, KY 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 0 to 4 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Lexington-Fayette, KY 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 Lexington-Fayette, KY?

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