What is the pollen count in Sacramento, CA today?

Sacramento, CA is at a very low 1 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 1 to 2 of 5.

Is weed pollen high in Sacramento, CA right now?

Weed pollen is very low today at 1 of 5, and it's past its peak season. Most people won't notice it.

What plants are causing allergies in Sacramento, CA?

The main sources right now are Maple, Ailanthus, Albizia, Alder, and Birch.

Very Low Pollen in Sacramento, CA

Very low today, mostly weed pollen.

Last updated August 15, 2026

Today's indexVery Low

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WeedVery Lowoff-season

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About pollen in Sacramento

Pollen activity in Sacramento is quiet today. Tree pollen is essentially absent, and weeds are contributing only a very small amount to the air. Overall, this is a comfortable day for most people, including those who typically react to airborne pollen, with little chance of noticeable symptoms. Looking ahead, tree pollen is expected to stay flat over the next several days, which lines up with the season, since local trees like maple, ailanthus, albizia, alder, and birch have already finished their main pollen release earlier in the year. Weed pollen, meanwhile, is showing signs of a gradual uptick, edging slightly higher by the end of the five-day outlook. This gentle rise fits the typical late-summer pattern, as weeds tend to become the more prominent pollen source heading into fall. For now, though, conditions remain mild and easy to manage.

What to do today

Pollen levels are very low right now. It's a great day to enjoy the outdoors!

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.