Very High Pollen in Nampa, ID

About pollen in Nampa

Weed pollen is dominating the air in Nampa today, reaching a level that is likely to cause significant discomfort for anyone with sensitivities. This is the main story for the day, with counts high enough that symptoms could be noticeable even for those who don't typically react strongly to pollen. Looking ahead, weed pollen will remain intense for the next couple of days before easing slightly to a still-elevated level through the rest of the forecast window. This pattern fits the season perfectly, as late September is peak time for ragweed and other common late-summer and fall weeds in the region. Tree pollen from species like cottonwood and maple is long past its spring peak, and grass pollen has also wound down from its early-summer high, leaving weeds as the clear driver of allergy symptoms right now.

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 Nampa, ID today?

Nampa, ID 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 4 to 5 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Nampa, ID 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 Nampa, ID?

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