High Pollen in Montgomery, AL

About pollen in Montgomery

Weed pollen is the main driver of today's conditions in Montgomery, running high and likely to be the most noticeable factor for anyone sensitive to it. Grass is contributing at a moderate level as well, so those with combined sensitivities may feel it more than usual. Tree pollen remains low and should not be a significant concern today. Over the next few days, expect this pattern to hold fairly steady, with weed and grass levels staying elevated before beginning to taper off toward the end of the forecast period. This lines up with the seasonal shift underway in central Alabama, as ragweed and other late-summer weeds remain the dominant source of pollen into early fall, while grasses gradually wind down. Tree pollen, typically tied to species like oak, pine, and hickory in this region, stays quiet at this time of year and is not expected to play a meaningful role in the coming days.

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 0 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 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.