Moderate Pollen in Salt Lake City, UT

Moderate today, mostly weed pollen.

Last updated August 15, 2026

Today's index3out of 5Moderate
TreeNonein season
WeedModerateoff-season

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

Sun
3
Mon
3
Tue
3
Wed
3

About pollen in Salt Lake City

Weed pollen is the main story in Salt Lake City today, running at a moderate level that sensitive individuals will likely notice. Tree pollen is quiet, so anyone dealing with watery eyes or a scratchy throat this week can point to weeds as the source. Overall, it is a fairly manageable day, though those with weed allergies may want to be mindful during outdoor activities. Looking ahead, this pattern is expected to hold steady over the next several days, with weed pollen staying at a similar moderate level and tree pollen remaining absent. This lines up with the season: mid-August is well past the spring bloom of trees like cottonwood, box elder, and juniper, and grass pollen has largely wound down too. Instead, this is prime time for ragweed and other late-summer weeds, which typically stay active into the fall, so expect similar conditions to continue for now.

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Salt Lake City, UT today?
Salt Lake City, UT is at a moderate 3 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by weed pollen. The five-day outlook holds steady around 3 of 5.
Is weed pollen high in Salt Lake City, 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 Salt Lake City, UT?
Elm (Ulmaceae (the Elm family), Two distinct seasons, late winter to early spring, and late summer to fall (species dependent)) is actively pollinating.