Allergy Guides and Resources

Practical guides for allergy sufferers, backed by daily pollen data from thousands of US cities. From daily city rankings to seasonal breakdowns and evidence-based allergy tips, start here.

Today's Worst Pollen Cities

Updated daily

Daily ranking of the US cities with the highest pollen levels right now. See where tree, grass, and weed pollen is hitting hardest today.

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Spring Pollen Season Guide

Published April 2026

What drives spring tree pollen, which species cause the most symptoms in each region, and what you can do to manage your allergies from February through May.

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Does Rain Wash Away Pollen?

Published April 2026

Rain knocks pollen out of the air temporarily, but counts often spike 24 to 48 hours later as plants rehydrate and release more. The full story of rain, pollen, and thunderstorm asthma.

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Best Time of Day to Go Outside When Pollen Is High

Published April 2026

Pollen counts follow a daily cycle. Tree pollen peaks mid-morning, grass pollen midday, and counts drop in late afternoon. Plan your outdoor time around the curve.

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How Long Does Pollen Season Last?

Published April 2026

There is no single pollen season. Tree, grass, and weed pollen overlap from February through November. A full calendar breakdown by type and region.

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Does Wind Spread Pollen?

Published April 2026

Wind is the primary way pollen travels. Learn why windy days are worse for allergies, how wind speed changes your exposure, and what to do about it.

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Natural Antihistamines: Do They Actually Work?

Published April 2026

An honest look at quercetin, butterbur, stinging nettle, vitamin C, and bromelain. What the evidence says, what it does not, and when OTC is the better choice.

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More guides coming soon. Pollen data updated daily for thousands of US cities. MyPollenPal