Minneapolis, MN Pollen Count Today

Live pollen forecast and air quality for Minneapolis, Minnesota

šŸ“ Minneapolis, MNToday Ā· Sep 20
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 Minneapolis

Weed pollen is slightly elevated at Low levels in Minneapolis. 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 Minneapolis climbs to High tomorrow and stays there through Wednesday.

Today
Sep 19
Overall: Low
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Low
Wind: 12 mph
Rain: 88% (may wash pollen out)
Humidity: 95%
Sun
Sep 20
Overall: High
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: High
Wind: 12 mph
Rain: 13%
Humidity: 70%
Mon
Sep 21
Overall: High
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: High
Wind: 9 mph
Rain: 24%
Humidity: 67%
Tue
Sep 22
Overall: High
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: High
Wind: 8 mph
Rain: 5%
Humidity: 54%
Wed
Sep 23
Overall: High
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: High
Wind: 9 mph
Rain: 3%
Humidity: 54%

Tree Pollen in Minneapolis Today

Tree pollen in Minneapolis 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

Grass Pollen in Minneapolis Today

Grass pollen in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis Today

Weed pollen in Minneapolis is Low today, reaching 15.17 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

Mugwort5.39 grains/mĀ³

Air Quality in Minneapolis Today

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Air Quality
Good
Good

Air Pollutant Breakdown

PM2.5Good
3 Āµg/mĀ³
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
3 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
43 Āµg/mĀ³
Elevated levels irritate airways and can worsen asthma symptoms.
Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)Good
10.7 Āµg/mĀ³
A respiratory irritant from vehicle exhaust that can trigger inflammation in sensitive airways.
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)Good
0.7 Āµg/mĀ³
Even brief exposure can tighten airways, especially for people with asthma.
Carbon Monoxide (CO)Good
199 Āµg/mĀ³
High levels reduce oxygen delivery in the body, compounding breathing difficulty on high-pollen days.
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Weather in Minneapolis Today

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Weather
57Ā°F
Partly Cloudy
Humidity
93%
Wind
6 mph NE
Feels Like
55Ā°F
Pressure
1017 mb

Frequently Asked Questions

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Pollen shifts week to week in Minneapolis. If cetirizine (Zyrtec) or a steroid nasal spray stopped holding your symptoms down, or they drag on for months at a time, a board-certified allergist can test exactly what you react to and treat the cause instead of the symptom.

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