What is the pollen count in Arlington today?

Today's pollen levels in Arlington: Tree pollen is None, Grass pollen is Moderate, Weed pollen is Moderate. Grass pollen is the dominant type right now, driven by Grass.

What does a Moderate pollen count mean in Arlington?

A Moderate pollen count means levels are noticeable. People with pollen sensitivities may experience mild symptoms like sneezing or itchy eyes, especially during extended time outdoors.

What are the main allergy triggers in Arlington right now?

The primary allergy triggers in Arlington today are Grass (Grass) and Weed (Mugwort and Ragweed). These pollen types are at elevated levels and are most likely to cause symptoms for sensitive people.

What should allergy sufferers do when pollen is Moderate in Arlington?

With Moderate pollen in Arlington, basic precautions help: keep windows closed during peak hours, rinse off after outdoor time, and monitor your symptoms. Most activities can continue with awareness.

Does weather affect pollen levels in Arlington?

Yes, weather directly affects pollen levels in Arlington. Wind spreads pollen farther, rain washes it from the air, and humidity can either trap or disperse particles. Higher humidity today (97%) may help keep some pollen grounded.

Arlington, WA Pollen Count Today

Name: Pollen Data for Arlington
Creator: MyPollenPal
Keywords: pollen, air quality, allergies, forecast

Live pollen forecast and air quality for Arlington, Washington

📍 Arlington, WAToday · Jul 15

2/10

Breathability™ Score

Challenging day - reduce exposure during peak pollen times.

🌳Tree Pollen

None

🌱Grass Pollen

Moderate

🌿Weed Pollen

Moderate

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Today's Pollen Levels in Arlington

Grass pollen and Weed pollen are both elevated today in Arlington, which is driving the Breathability™ Score down. People sensitive to multiple pollen types may notice stronger symptoms. With a Breathability™ Score of 2, today may feel like a tougher allergy day.

Breathability™ Score is 2/10
Tree pollen is None, led by Alder and Birch
Grass pollen is Moderate, led by Grass
Weed pollen is Moderate, led by Mugwort and Ragweed
Air quality is Moderate today

Yesterday's Pollen in Arlington

→Tree pollen: None yesterday, None today

↓Grass pollen: Very High yesterday, High todayLower

↓Weed pollen: High yesterday, Moderate todayLower

Pollen dropped from Very High to High for grass pollen since yesterday.

Conditions are a bit better today. Symptoms may feel less intense than yesterday.

How Today's Pollen May Affect You

Mild allergy sufferers

You may feel symptoms sooner today. Grass pollen is elevated and air quality is Moderate, so lean toward shorter outings and cleaner indoor air.

Moderate allergy sufferers

Today may be rough. Limit prolonged outdoor time, keep indoor air filtered, and favor lower-exposure times of day.

Severe allergy sufferers

This may be a high-burden day. Minimize outdoor exposure where possible and focus on indoor spaces with filtered air.

5-Day Pollen Forecast

Today

Jul 15

Overall: High

Tree: None

Grass: High

Weed: Moderate

Wind: 7 mph

Rain: 3%

Humidity: 56%

Thu

Jul 16

Overall: High

Tree: None

Grass: High

Weed: Moderate

Wind: 6 mph

Rain: 36%

Humidity: 67%

Fri

Jul 17

Overall: Moderate

Tree: None

Grass: Moderate

Weed: Moderate

Wind: 8 mph

Rain: 44%

Humidity: 78%

Sat

Jul 18

Overall: High

Tree: None

Grass: High

Weed: Moderate

Wind: 9 mph

Rain: 18%

Humidity: 77%

Sun

Jul 19

Overall: High

Tree: None

Grass: High

Weed: Moderate

Wind: 8 mph

Rain: 7%

Humidity: 73%

Tree Pollen in Arlington Today

Tree pollen in Arlington is None today. Tree pollen season typically runs from early spring through late May, peaking when deciduous trees release their pollen. On low days like today, outdoor activities are generally comfortable for most allergy sufferers.

Species Breakdown

Alder0 grains/m³

Birch0 grains/m³

Hazel0 grains/m³

Oak0 grains/m³

Grass Pollen in Arlington Today

Grass pollen in Arlington is Moderate today, reaching 77.60 grains/m³. Grass is currently elevated. People with grass pollen sensitivity may notice nasal congestion and itchy eyes, especially during outdoor activities.

Common Symptoms

Itchy nose and eyes
Sneezing fits
Nasal congestion
Watery eyes
Coughing or wheezing for sensitive people

Species Breakdown

Grass77.60 grains/m³

Weed Pollen in Arlington Today

Weed pollen in Arlington is Moderate today, reaching 44.60 grains/m³. Mugwort and Ragweed are the primary driver. Ragweed is the most common allergen in this category, and elevated levels can trigger persistent symptoms even in people who are only mildly sensitive.

Common Symptoms

Persistent sneezing
Runny nose
Itchy eyes and throat
Nasal congestion
Fatigue from prolonged exposure

Species Breakdown

Mugwort44.60 grains/m³

Ragweed0 grains/m³

Air Quality in Arlington Today

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Air Quality

Moderate

Air Pollutant Breakdown

PM2.5Moderate

19 µg/m³

Tiny particles smaller than 2.5 micrometers that can reach deep into your lungs and bloodstream. High levels can affect breathing and heart health.

PM10Good

19 µg/m³

Larger particles up to 10 micrometers, like dust or pollen. They can irritate your airways and worsen allergies or asthma.

Ozone (O3)Good

33 µg/m³

Elevated levels irritate airways and can worsen asthma symptoms.

Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)Good

26.4 µg/m³

A respiratory irritant from vehicle exhaust that can trigger inflammation in sensitive airways.

Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)Good

1.4 µg/m³

Even brief exposure can tighten airways, especially for people with asthma.

Carbon Monoxide (CO)Good

172 µg/m³

High levels reduce oxygen delivery in the body, compounding breathing difficulty on high-pollen days.

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Weather in Arlington Today

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Weather

52°F

Clear

Humidity

97%

Wind

2 mph SSE

Feels Like

53°F

Pressure

1019 mb

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