Very High Pollen in Omaha, NE

About pollen in Omaha

Weed pollen is dominating the air in Omaha today, reaching a very high level that is likely to cause noticeable symptoms for anyone with sensitivities. Grass pollen is also active at a moderate level and could add to the irritation, while tree pollen remains low and should not be much of a factor. Looking ahead, this pattern is expected to hold steady over the next several days: weed pollen will stay very high, grass will continue at a moderate pace, and tree pollen will ease slightly further into the background. This lines up with typical early September conditions in the region, when ragweed drives the bulk of pollen activity while oak, elm, and other common local trees are largely dormant for the season.

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 Omaha, NE today?

Omaha, NE is at a very high 5 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. The five-day outlook holds steady around 5 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Omaha, NE 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 Omaha, NE?

The main sources right now are Grasses and Ragweed. Grasses (Poaceae, Late spring, summer) is actively pollinating.