Island Lake, IL Pollen Count Today

Live pollen forecast and air quality for Island Lake, Illinois

šŸ“ Island Lake, ILToday Ā· Oct 16
8/10
Breathabilityā„¢ Score
Excellent breathing conditions for most plans today.
šŸŒ³Tree Pollen
None
šŸŒ±Grass Pollen
None
šŸŒæWeed Pollen
Low
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Today's Pollen Levels in Island Lake

Weed pollen is slightly elevated at Low levels in Island Lake. Overall conditions are manageable for most people. With a Breathabilityā„¢ Score of 8, breathing conditions look good for most people.

How Today's Pollen May Affect You

Mild allergy sufferers
Most plans can stay the same today. Weed pollen is elevated and air quality is Good, so a quick rinse after time outside may help.
Moderate allergy sufferers
Conditions look manageable with routine precautions. Keep windows closed during peak pollen periods and shower after outdoor time.
Severe allergy sufferers
Even on a better day, keep your usual high-protection routine and avoid long exposure when pollen spikes.

5-Day Pollen Forecast

Pollen in Island Lake peaks tomorrow at Moderate, driven by weed pollen.

Today
Oct 16
Overall: Low
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Low
Wind: 22 mph (may spread pollen)
Rain: 47%
Humidity: 77%
Sat
Oct 17
Overall: Moderate
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Moderate
Wind: 14 mph
Rain: 5%
Humidity: 68%
Sun
Oct 18
Overall: Moderate
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Moderate
Wind: 15 mph (may spread pollen)
Rain: 3%
Humidity: 60%
Mon
Oct 19
Overall: Moderate
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Moderate
Wind: 9 mph
Rain: 6%
Humidity: 58%
Tue
Oct 20
Overall: Low
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Low
Wind: 5 mph
Rain: 7%
Humidity: 54%

Tree Pollen in Island Lake Today

Tree pollen in Island Lake 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/mĀ³
Birch0 grains/mĀ³
Hazel0 grains/mĀ³
Oak0 grains/mĀ³

Grass Pollen in Island Lake Today

Grass pollen in Island Lake 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

Grass0 grains/mĀ³

Weed Pollen in Island Lake Today

Weed pollen in Island Lake is Low today, reaching 10.49 grains/mĀ³. 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

Ragweed10.49 grains/mĀ³
Mugwort0 grains/mĀ³

Air Quality in Island Lake Today

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Air Quality
Good
Good

Air Pollutant Breakdown

PM10Good
1 Āµg/mĀ³
Larger particles up to 10 micrometers, like dust or pollen. They can irritate your airways and worsen allergies or asthma.
Ozone (O3)Good
41 Āµg/mĀ³
Elevated levels irritate airways and can worsen asthma symptoms.
Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)Good
5.2 Āµg/mĀ³
A respiratory irritant from vehicle exhaust that can trigger inflammation in sensitive airways.
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)Good
0.3 Āµg/mĀ³
Even brief exposure can tighten airways, especially for people with asthma.
Carbon Monoxide (CO)Good
149 Āµg/mĀ³
High levels reduce oxygen delivery in the body, compounding breathing difficulty on high-pollen days.
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Weather in Island Lake Today

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Weather
52Ā°F
Cloudy
Humidity
88%
Wind
17 mph WNW
Feels Like
45Ā°F
Pressure
1010 mb

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