Moderate Pollen in West Jordan, UT

Moderate today, mostly weed pollen.

Last updated August 14, 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

Sat
3
Sun
3
Mon
3
Tue
4

About pollen in West Jordan

Weed pollen is the main story in West Jordan today, sitting at a moderate level. Tree pollen is essentially absent right now, so anyone with sensitivities is likely to notice symptoms mainly from weeds rather than trees. For most people this level brings mild to occasional irritation, though those with stronger weed sensitivities may find it more noticeable, especially with outdoor activity later in the day. Looking ahead, weed pollen is expected to hold steady over the next few days before ticking up slightly toward the end of the stretch. Tree pollen should stay quiet throughout, which lines up with the season, since local trees like cottonwood, elm, and maple typically finish their pollen release long before late summer. This time of year in the Salt Lake Valley is really ragweed and other late-season weeds taking center stage, so expect weed pollen to remain the primary factor into the fall.

Common questions

What is the pollen count in West Jordan, UT today?
West Jordan, UT 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 West Jordan, 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 West Jordan, UT?
Elm (Ulmaceae (the Elm family), Two distinct seasons, late winter to early spring, and late summer to fall (species dependent)) is actively pollinating.