Moderate Pollen in New Orleans, LA

About pollen in New Orleans

Weed pollen is the main contributor to today's conditions in New Orleans, sitting at a moderate level that may be noticeable for those who are particularly sensitive. Tree pollen remains very low and should pose little concern for most people. Overall, it's a fairly mild day for allergy sufferers, with weeds being the only category likely to cause any mild irritation. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to hold at a similar moderate level over the next couple of days before easing slightly toward the end of the five-day stretch. Tree pollen should stay quiet throughout, which lines up with the season — local trees like pistachio, pear, bald cypress, crape myrtle, and holly typically release most of their pollen in spring, so their current low activity is expected for this time of year. With autumn underway, weeds remain the main source of pollen to keep in mind for now.

What to do today

• It's important to shower and wash your hair after spending a lot of time outdoors.
• When spending time outside, use sunglasses and a cap to keep pollen out of your face and eyes.
• Wash clothes worn outdoors to remove any remnants of pollen grains.
• If possible, wear glasses instead of contact lenses.
• Did you hang any laundry outside? Now is a good time to hang clothes indoors or use a dryer if possible.

Tree map

Every dot is a tree near New Orleans, colored by how allergenic it is. Click one for its details, and zoom in for a closer look.

Top tree-pollen sources

The local tree genera behind today's pollen near New Orleans. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

Meet the trees near you

Get to know the tree types growing around New Orleans: what each looks like, how allergenic it is, and when it blooms.

Southern Live Oak

Quercus virginiana

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Slash Pine

Pinus elliottii

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Ornamental Pear

Pyrus calleryana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Chinese Elm

Ulmus parvifolia

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Water Oak

Quercus nigra

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Red Maple

Acer rubrum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Shumard Oak

Quercus shumardii

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Willow Oak

Quercus phellos

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Japanese Privet

Ligustrum japonicum

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Texas Red Oak; Nuttall Oak

Quercus texana

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Sugarberry

Celtis laevigata

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

White Mulberry

Morus alba

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms spring

American Sycamore

Platanus occidentalis

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Mexican Ash

Fraxinus berlandieriana

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Southern Red Oak

Quercus falcata

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

River Birch

Betula nigra

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in New Orleans, LA today?

New Orleans, LA is at a moderate 3 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 1 to 3 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in New Orleans, LA right now?

Weed pollen is moderate today at 3 of 5, and it's past its peak season. Sensitive people may notice symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in New Orleans, LA?

The main sources right now are Pistacia, Pyrus, Taxodium, Lagerstroemia, and Ile.