Low Pollen in Orange, CA

About pollen in Orange

Weed pollen is the most active type in Orange today, though it remains at a low level overall. Grass is present but barely noticeable, and tree pollen is essentially quiet. Most people should get through the day without much irritation, though those who are particularly sensitive to weed pollen may notice mild symptoms during peak outdoor hours. Looking ahead, this pattern is expected to hold steady over the next several days, with weed pollen staying low and grass remaining minimal. Tree pollen should continue to stay dormant for now, which is typical for this time of year since local species like Cinnamomum, Olea, Jacaranda, Washingtonia, and Lophostemon generally release most of their pollen in spring rather than fall. Instead, early autumn in this region tends to be dominated by lingering weed pollen, so those sensitive to it may want to keep an eye on outdoor conditions in the coming days.

What to do today

• It's a good day for outdoor activities since pollen levels are low.
• Do you know which plants cause your pollen allergy? Check out the pollen data to be prepared.

Tree map

Every dot is a tree near Orange, 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 Orange. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

Meet the trees near you

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

American sweetgum

Liquidambar styraciflua

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Canary island pine

Pinus canariensis

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

London plane

Platanus acerifolia

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Maidenhair tree

Ginkgo biloba

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Holly oak

Quercus ilex

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Ginkgo autumn gold

Ginkgo biloba

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Leaf plum purple

Prunus cerasifera

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Alamo mexican sycamore

Platanus mexicana

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Chinese elm

Ulmus parvifolia

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Honey locust

Gleditsia triacanthos

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Tulip tree

Liriodendron tulipifera

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Hollywood juniper

Juniperus chinensis

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms winter,spring

Leafed sweetgum round

Liquidambar styraciflua

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Japanese black pine

Pinus thunbergiana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Evergreen pear

Pyrus kawakamii

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Acer paxii

Acer paxii

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Orange, CA today?

Orange, CA is at a low 2 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. The five-day outlook holds steady around 2 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Orange, CA right now?

Weed pollen is low today at 2 of 5, and it's in season now. Most people won't have symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Orange, CA?

The main sources right now are Cinnamomum, Olea, Jacaranda, Washingtonia, and Lophostemon. Elm (Ulmaceae (the Elm family), Two distinct seasons, late winter to early spring, and late summer to fall (species dependent)) is actively pollinating.