Henrico, NC Pollen Count Today

Live pollen forecast and air quality for Henrico, North Carolina

Breathability™ Score
2
/10
Challenging day - reduce exposure during peak pollen times.

Today's pollen levels in Henrico

Tree pollen is Very High today. Grass pollen is None today. Weed pollen is None today.

Tree pollen is the dominant contributor today, with levels reaching Very High. Other pollen types are not a significant factor right now.

What today's pollen and air quality mean

  • Breathability™ Score is 2/10 today (higher means better breathing conditions), so this may feel like a tougher allergy day.
  • Tree pollen is the main concern today, led by Oak and Birch.
  • Grass and weed pollen are currently low based on the latest provider readings.
  • Air quality is Good today, which can add to how the air feels alongside pollen.
  • Quick tip: check levels again later today, since wind and weather can shift conditions.
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Current Pollen Levels in Henrico

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Tree Pollen
Very High
Very High
Peak concentration: 361.18 grains/m³
Breakdown
Oak
361.18
Birch
220.77
Alder
0
Hazel
0
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Grass Pollen
None
None
Peak concentration: 0 grains/m³
Breakdown
Grass
0
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Weed Pollen
None
None
Peak concentration: 0 grains/m³
Breakdown
Ragweed
0
Mugwort
0

Cards show category severity first (None, Low, Moderate, High, Very High). Species-level concentrations are listed below each card as supporting detail.

5-Day Pollen Forecast

Today
Apr 9
Overall: Very High
Tree: Very High
Grass: None
Weed: None
Wind: 7 mph
Rain: 0%
Humidity: 61%
Fri
Apr 10
Overall: Very High
Tree: Very High
Grass: None
Weed: None
Wind: 6 mph
Rain: 0%
Humidity: 68%
Sat
Apr 11
Overall: Very High
Tree: Very High
Grass: None
Weed: None
Wind: 9 mph
Rain: 0%
Humidity: 56%
Sun
Apr 12
Overall: Very High
Tree: Very High
Grass: None
Weed: None
Wind: 12 mph
Rain: 0%
Humidity: 55%
Mon
Apr 13
Overall: Very High
Tree: Very High
Grass: None
Weed: None
Wind: 13 mph
Rain: 0%
Humidity: 65%

What's causing allergies today

Tree pollen is the main allergen today, driven by Oak and Birch.

Air Quality & Weather in Henrico

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Air Quality
Good
Good
Breakdown
PM2.5
7
PM10
7
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Weather
59°F
Clear
Humidity
48%
Wind
4 mph E
Feels Like
59°F
Pressure
1032 mb

Air Pollutant Breakdown

Ozone (O3)Good
79 µg/m³
Elevated levels irritate airways and can worsen asthma symptoms.
Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)Good
4.8 µg/m³
A respiratory irritant from vehicle exhaust that can trigger inflammation in sensitive airways.
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)Good
3 µg/m³
Even brief exposure can tighten airways, especially for people with asthma.
Carbon Monoxide (CO)Good
158.8 µg/m³
High levels reduce oxygen delivery in the body, compounding breathing difficulty on high-pollen days.

How today's pollen may affect you

Mild allergy sufferers
You may feel symptoms sooner today. tree pollen is elevated and air quality is Good, so lean toward shorter outings and cleaner indoor air.
Moderate allergy sufferers
Today may feel challenging. Limit prolonged outdoor time, keep indoor air filtered, and prioritize 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.

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