Houston, TX Pollen Count Today

Live pollen forecast and air quality for Houston, Texas

šŸ“ Houston, TXToday Ā· Oct 14
6/10
Breathabilityā„¢ Score
Good day overall with a few allergy-aware adjustments.
🌳Tree Pollen
None
🌱Grass Pollen
None
🌿Weed Pollen
Low

Today's Pollen Levels in Houston

Weed pollen is slightly elevated at Low levels in Houston. Overall conditions are manageable for most people. With a Breathabilityā„¢ Score of 6, conditions are mixed and may vary through the day.

How Today's Pollen May Affect You

Mild allergy sufferers
You may notice mild irritation at peak times. Weed pollen is elevated; consider shorter midday exposure and keep water handy.
Moderate allergy sufferers
Plan around peak pollen windows. Try errands early or later, and consider a mask in high-traffic outdoor areas.
Severe allergy sufferers
Use high-protection habits today: shorter trips, cleaner indoor air, and reduced exposure during peak pollen hours.

5-Day Pollen Forecast

Pollen in Houston drops to Low tomorrow and holds there through Sunday.

Today
Oct 14
Overall: Moderate
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Moderate
Wind: 13 mph
Rain: 17%
Humidity: 66%
Thu
Oct 15
Overall: Low
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Low
Wind: 10 mph
Rain: 36%
Humidity: 64%
Fri
Oct 16
Overall: Low
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Low
Wind: 17 mph (may spread pollen)
Rain: 36%
Humidity: 56%
Sat
Oct 17
Overall: Low
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Low
Wind: 15 mph (may spread pollen)
Rain: 2%
Humidity: 31%
Sun
Oct 18
Overall: Low
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Low
Wind: 8 mph
Rain: 1%
Humidity: 35%

Tree Pollen in Houston Today

Tree pollen in Houston 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

Grass Pollen in Houston Today

Grass pollen in Houston is None today. Grass pollen season typically peaks from late spring through summer (May through August in most regions). On low-count days, grass allergy sufferers can generally spend time outdoors without significant symptoms.

Species Breakdown

Weed Pollen in Houston Today

Weed pollen in Houston is Low today, reaching 14.98 grains/m³. Ragweed and Mugwort 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

Mugwort0 grains/m³

Air Quality in Houston Today

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Air Quality
Good
Good

Air Pollutant Breakdown

PM2.5Good
12 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
17 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
92 µg/m³
Elevated levels irritate airways and can worsen asthma symptoms.
Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)Good
7.5 µg/m³
A respiratory irritant from vehicle exhaust that can trigger inflammation in sensitive airways.
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)Good
2.2 µg/m³
Even brief exposure can tighten airways, especially for people with asthma.
Carbon Monoxide (CO)Good
136 µg/m³
High levels reduce oxygen delivery in the body, compounding breathing difficulty on high-pollen days.

Weather in Houston Today

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Weather
85°F
Sunny
Humidity
64%
Wind
11 mph SSE
Feels Like
90°F
Pressure
1017 mb

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