Pollen count in Phoenix today
Pollen in Phoenix, AZ is High (4 of 5) on Thu Nov 5: ragweed High (4/5), grass Very Low (1/5).
5-day pollen forecast
| Day | Tree | Grass | Ragweed | Weed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu Nov 5 | None | Very Low | High | None |
| Fri Nov 6 | None | Very Low | High | None |
| Sat Nov 7 | None | Very Low | High | None |
| Sun Nov 8 | None | Very Low | High | None |
| Mon Nov 9 | None | Very Low | High | None |
Scale: Universal Pollen Index, 0 None · 1 Very Low · 2 Low · 3 Moderate · 4 High · 5 Very High. What the numbers mean.
Plants in the air in Phoenix this week
Season: Late spring, summer.
Cross-reactions: Plantain (Plantago) pollen. In addition, there may be a higher risk for food allergies like melons, oranges, tomatoes, peanuts, soy, potato, and other legumes.
Season: Late summer, fall.
Cross-reactions: Mugwort and Goldenrod as well as daisies such as Sunflower, Dandelion, and Chamomile.
What to do today
Because ragweed is High:
- Avoid mowing the lawn and raking leaves.
- When driving the car, close your windows and turn the air conditioning system to recirculation mode.
- Keep your windows closed and turn on your air purifier or air conditioning.
- Consider staying indoors during the peak pollen hours (morning and early afternoon).
When is allergy season in Phoenix?
Phoenix follows the typical pattern for the Desert Southwest. Dates move a few weeks with each year's weather.
| Pollen | Typical season | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tree | February to April | Olive, mesquite, ash and mulberry. Some cities limit new olive and mulberry trees for this reason. |
| Grass | April to October | Bermuda grass in watered lawns gives a long season. |
| Weed | August to November | Ragweed, saltbush and other desert weeds. |
Quietest time: Short: mid-winter, December to January.
Get a pollen alert for Phoenix
Pollenary is a free iPhone app. Type ZIP 85004 (or your own), tick the pollen that bothers you, and it sends one push each morning when that pollen reaches your level, with the plants named. No account and no location tracking.
Questions
What is the pollen count in Phoenix today?
Pollen in Phoenix, AZ is High (4 of 5) on Thu Nov 5: ragweed High (4/5), grass Very Low (1/5).
When is allergy season in Phoenix?
In the Desert Southwest the typical seasons are: Tree: February to April; Grass: April to October; Weed: August to November. The quiet time is short: mid-winter, December to January. Exact dates move with the weather each year.
Which pollen is in the air in Phoenix right now?
Today: Ragweed (ragweed), Chenopods (ragweed), Grasses (grass).
How can I get a pollen alert for Phoenix?
Pollenary sends a free morning push when the pollen you choose (tree, grass, ragweed, weed or mold) reaches your level in Phoenix. It needs no account; you type ZIP 85004 or any other ZIP.
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Pollen data by Google (Universal Pollen Index, 0–5). Pollen levels are a forecast, not a medical measurement. Pollenary is not a medical device and does not diagnose or treat any condition. Talk to a doctor about your allergies.