Moderate Pollen in Spokane, WA
Moderate today, mostly weed pollen.
Last updated August 15, 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 Spokane
Weed pollen is the main source of irritation in Spokane today, sitting 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 afternoon is most likely reacting to weeds rather than trees. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to climb over the next several days, moving from moderate into the high range by midweek, which fits the pattern for mid-August in the Inland Northwest. This is the season when ragweed and other late-summer weeds take over as the primary allergy trigger, while tree pollen from species like birch, alder, and pine remains inactive until next spring. Those affected by weed allergies should expect symptoms to build gradually as the week progresses.
Common questions
- What is the pollen count in Spokane, WA today?
- Spokane, WA 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 Spokane, WA 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 Spokane, WA?
- Elm (Ulmaceae (the Elm family), Two distinct seasons, late winter to early spring, and late summer to fall (species dependent)) is actively pollinating.