Moderate Pollen in Orem, UT
Moderate today, mostly weed pollen.
Last updated August 14, 2026
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.
Forecast
About pollen in Orem
Weed pollen is the main story in Orem today, sitting at a moderate level that could be noticeable if you tend to be sensitive to it. Tree pollen is quiet right now, so any sniffling or watery eyes you notice this afternoon is more likely tied to weeds than anything airborne from trees. For most people, this level of weed pollen means mild irritation at most, but those with stronger sensitivities may want to keep an eye on symptoms during outdoor activities. Looking ahead, expect weed pollen to hold steady over the next several days before ticking up toward the higher end of the moderate range by the end of the stretch. Tree pollen should stay dormant throughout, which lines up with the season — trees like cottonwood, oak, and maple typically finish their active stretch in spring, leaving late summer to weeds such as ragweed, which tend to build through August and into fall.
Common questions
- What is the pollen count in Orem, UT today?
- Orem, UT 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 3 to 4 of 5.
- Is weed pollen high in Orem, UT 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 Orem, UT?
- Elm (Ulmaceae (the Elm family), Two distinct seasons, late winter to early spring, and late summer to fall (species dependent)) is actively pollinating.