High Pollen in Midland, TX

About pollen in Midland

Weed pollen is the main story in Midland today, running high enough to cause noticeable symptoms for those who are sensitive to it. Grass is contributing at a low level and shouldn't cause much trouble on its own, while tree pollen is essentially a non-factor right now. If you tend to react to ragweed and similar weeds, today is a day to be a bit more mindful, especially during outdoor activities. Looking ahead, this pattern should hold steady through the next several days, with weed pollen staying high before easing slightly toward the end of the stretch. Grass will remain in the low range with a modest dip by the fifth day, and tree pollen should stay quiet throughout. This lines up with the season — early fall in West Texas is typically dominated by weeds like ragweed, while trees such as mesquite, elm, and juniper are well past their pollen-producing period and won't factor in again 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 Midland, TX today?

Midland, TX 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 5 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Midland, TX 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 Midland, TX?

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