Moderate Pollen in Sandy Springs, GA

About pollen in Sandy Springs

Weed pollen is the main driver of today's allergy picture in Sandy Springs, sitting at a moderate level that sensitive individuals will likely notice. Tree and grass pollen are both very low right now, so if you're feeling any irritation outdoors, ragweed and other late-season weeds are the most probable cause. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to hold steady at a moderate level through the next several days, so those with sensitivities should expect similar conditions through the week. Tree pollen should remain quiet for now, with the usual local culprits like oak, elm, linden, cercis, and carpinus not becoming active again until closer to spring. This pattern fits the season well, as mid-October typically favors weed pollen such as ragweed, while tree and grass allergies tend to stay dormant until their respective seasons return.

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.

Tree map

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

Meet the trees near you

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

Juniper

Juniperus virginiana

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms winter,spring

Maple

Acer rubrum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Oak

Quercus alba

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Oak

Quercus falcata

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Oak

Quercus nuttallii

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Liriodendron

Liriodendron tulipifera

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Birch

Betula nigra

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms spring

Cherry

Prunus incam

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Linden

Tilia americana

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

Oak

Quercus lyrata

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Elm

Ulmus americana

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Cypress

Cupressus arizonica

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms winter,spring

Pine

Pinus taeda

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Oak

Quercus rubra

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Oak

Quercus phellos

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Cherry

Prunus

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Sandy Springs, GA today?

Sandy Springs, GA 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 Sandy Springs, GA right now?

Weed pollen is moderate today at 3 of 5, and it's in season now. Sensitive people may notice symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Sandy Springs, GA?

The main sources right now are Oak, Linden, Elm, Cercis, and Carpinus. Ragweed (Asteraceae (the daisy family), Late summer, fall) is actively pollinating.