Pollen count in Raleigh today
Pollen in Raleigh, NC is Very Low (1 of 5) on Thu Nov 5: ragweed Very Low (1/5).
5-day pollen forecast
| Day | Tree | Grass | Ragweed | Weed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu Nov 5 | None | None | Very Low | None |
| Fri Nov 6 | None | None | Very Low | None |
| Sat Nov 7 | None | None | Very Low | None |
| Sun Nov 8 | None | None | Very Low | None |
| Mon Nov 9 | None | None | Very Low | 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 Raleigh this week

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 Very Low:
- Pollen levels are very low right now. It's a great day to enjoy the outdoors!
When is allergy season in Raleigh?
Raleigh follows the typical pattern for the Southeast. Dates move a few weeks with each year's weather.
| Pollen | Typical season | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tree | February to May | Oak and pine are the big ones; pine dust turns cars yellow in March and April, but pine pollen causes few allergies. |
| Grass | April to September | A long season with a peak in May and June. |
| Ragweed | August to November | Runs later than in the North because frost comes later. |
Quietest time: December and January.
Get a pollen alert for Raleigh
Pollenary is a free iPhone app. Type ZIP 27601 (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 Raleigh today?
Pollen in Raleigh, NC is Very Low (1 of 5) on Thu Nov 5: ragweed Very Low (1/5).
When is allergy season in Raleigh?
In the Southeast the typical seasons are: Tree: February to May; Grass: April to September; Ragweed: August to November. The quiet time is december and January. Exact dates move with the weather each year.
Which pollen is in the air in Raleigh right now?
Today: Ragweed (ragweed).
How can I get a pollen alert for Raleigh?
Pollenary sends a free morning push when the pollen you choose (tree, grass, ragweed, weed or mold) reaches your level in Raleigh. It needs no account; you type ZIP 27601 or any other ZIP.
Nearby cities
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.