Low Pollen in Sacramento, CA

Low today, mostly grass pollen.

Last updated July 9, 2026

Today's index2out of 5Low
TreeNone
GrassLowoff-season

Driving it today

MapleAcerAilanthusAilanthusAlbiziaAlbiziaAlderAlnusBirchBetula

Forecast

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2
Sat
2
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2
Mon
2

About pollen in Sacramento

Grass pollen is the only real presence in Sacramento's air today, and it remains at a low level. Most people should move through the day without much irritation, though those especially sensitive to grass may notice mild symptoms outdoors. Tree pollen is essentially absent right now, so it is not a concern at this point. Looking ahead, grass pollen is expected to hold steady at this same low level through the next several days, so no significant change is on the horizon. This fits the usual summer pattern for the region, as tree varieties like maple, ailanthus, albizia, alder, and birch have already finished their heavier pollen release earlier in the year and are now quiet. Grass tends to linger as the main source of pollen through the warmer months, so it is worth keeping in mind even at these mild levels.

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 Sacramento, colored by how allergenic it is. Click one for its details, and zoom in for a closer look.

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Top tree-pollen sources

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

2,565 pollen-relevant trees nearby drive today's tree-pollen reading.

Meet the trees near you

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

Red maple

Red maple

Acer rubrum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring
Trident maple

Trident maple

Acer buergerianum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring
Silver maple

Silver maple

Acer saccharinum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring
Japanese maple

Japanese maple

Acer palmatum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring
Maple

Maple

Acer

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring
Boxelder

Boxelder

Acer negundo

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring
Norway maple

Norway maple

Acer platanoides

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring
Acacia

Acacia

Acacia

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Sacramento, CA today?
Sacramento, CA is at a low 2 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by grass pollen. The five-day outlook holds steady around 2 of 5.
Is grass pollen high in Sacramento, CA right now?
Grass pollen is low today at 2 of 5, and it's past its peak season. Most people won't have symptoms.
What plants are causing allergies in Sacramento, CA?
The main sources right now are Maple, Ailanthus, Albizia, Alder, and Birch.