Low Pollen in Metairie Terrace, LA

About pollen in Metairie Terrace

Pollen levels in Metairie Terrace are generally mild today. Weed pollen is the most active of the three categories, though it remains in the low range and shouldn't cause much trouble for most people. Tree and grass pollen are both running very low, so outdoor activities should be comfortable for the majority of residents, including those with mild sensitivities. Looking ahead, tree pollen is expected to stay quiet through the week, which lines up with the season, since local trees like oak, magnolia, and crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia) are past their active spring release. Grass pollen will tick upward mid-week before easing slightly, while weed pollen is set to climb more noticeably, reaching a high level by midweek and staying there into the following days. This pattern fits the time of year, as weeds such as ragweed typically peak in early to mid-fall, so those sensitive to weed pollen may want to keep an eye on symptoms as the week progresses.

What to do today

• It's a good day for outdoor activities since pollen levels are low.
• Do you know which plants cause your pollen allergy? Check out the pollen data to be prepared.

Tree map

Every dot is a tree near Metairie Terrace, colored by how allergenic it is. Click one for its details, and zoom in for a closer look.

Top tree-pollen sources

The local tree genera behind today's pollen near Metairie Terrace. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

Meet the trees near you

Get to know the tree types growing around Metairie Terrace: what each looks like, how allergenic it is, and when it blooms.

Southern Live Oak

Quercus virginiana

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Ornamental Pear

Pyrus calleryana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Slash Pine

Pinus elliottii

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Chinese Elm

Ulmus parvifolia

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Red Maple

Acer rubrum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Water Oak

Quercus nigra

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Willow Oak

Quercus phellos

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Japanese Privet

Ligustrum japonicum

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Shumard Oak

Quercus shumardii

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Texas Red Oak; Nuttall Oak

Quercus texana

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

American Sycamore

Platanus occidentalis

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Sugarberry

Celtis laevigata

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Mexican Ash

Fraxinus berlandieriana

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

White Mulberry

Morus alba

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms spring

Southern Red Oak

Quercus falcata

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Japanese Maple

Acer palmatum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Metairie Terrace, LA today?

Metairie Terrace, LA is at a low 2 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 1 to 4 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Metairie Terrace, LA right now?

Weed pollen is low today at 2 of 5, and it's in season now. Most people won't have symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Metairie Terrace, LA?

The main sources right now are Cupressocyparis, Syagrus, Magnolia, Lagerstroemia, and Oak. Elm (Ulmaceae (the Elm family), Two distinct seasons, late winter to early spring, and late summer to fall (species dependent)) is actively pollinating.