High Pollen in Montgomery, AL

About pollen in Montgomery

Weed pollen is driving conditions in Montgomery today, with levels running high and likely to be noticeable for anyone sensitive to ragweed and similar plants. Tree pollen is barely present, and grass is holding at a low level, so most of the irritation right now traces back to weeds rather than trees or grasses. Looking ahead, that pattern should hold through the next several days, with weed pollen staying high and only dipping slightly before climbing back up. Grass will likely stay low and steady, while tree pollen remains quiet, which fits the season — oak, pine, and other regional trees typically release their pollen in spring, not fall. This time of year in Alabama is really ragweed's stretch, so its continued strong showing through midweek lines up with the usual late-season pattern.

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 Montgomery, AL today?

Montgomery, AL 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 Montgomery, AL 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 Montgomery, AL?

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