Very High Pollen in Murfreesboro, TN

About pollen in Murfreesboro

Weed pollen is dominating the air in Murfreesboro today, reaching a very high level that is likely to affect even those with mild sensitivities. Tree and grass pollen remain quiet by comparison, sitting at low and very low levels respectively, so any irritation you notice is almost certainly coming from weeds rather than trees or grasses. Expect this pattern to hold over the next couple of days, with weed pollen staying very high before beginning to ease later in the week. This lines up with the season, as ragweed and other late-summer weeds typically peak through late September before tapering off as fall progresses. Tree pollen, from species like oak, hickory, and elm that are more active in spring, should continue to stay in the background, and grass pollen is expected to remain minimal throughout the stretch.

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).
• Make sure to use an air purifier with HEPA filter in your home, especially in your bedroom. Don't forget to perform regular filter maintenance checks.

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Murfreesboro, TN today?

Murfreesboro, TN is at a very high 5 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 0 to 5 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Murfreesboro, TN right now?

Weed pollen is very high today at 5 of 5, and it's in season now. Most allergy sufferers will have symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Murfreesboro, TN?

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