Palos Hills, IL Pollen Count Today

Live pollen forecast and air quality for Palos Hills, Illinois

šŸ“ Palos Hills, ILToday Ā· Oct 9
6/10
Breathabilityā„¢ Score
Good day overall with a few allergy-aware adjustments.
🌳Tree Pollen
None
🌱Grass Pollen
None
🌿Weed Pollen
Moderate

Today's Pollen Levels in Palos Hills

Weed pollen is slightly elevated at Moderate levels in Palos Hills. 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 Palos Hills holds at Moderate every day through Monday.

Today
Oct 8
Overall: Moderate
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Moderate
Wind: 10 mph
Rain: 2%
Humidity: 36%
Fri
Oct 9
Overall: Moderate
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Moderate
Wind: 8 mph
Rain: 36%
Humidity: 45%
Sat
Oct 10
Overall: Moderate
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Moderate
Wind: 11 mph
Rain: 5%
Humidity: 41%
Sun
Oct 11
Overall: Moderate
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Moderate
Wind: 8 mph
Rain: 6%
Humidity: 62%
Mon
Oct 12
Overall: Moderate
Tree: None
Grass: None
Weed: Moderate
Wind: 12 mph
Rain: 5%
Humidity: 58%

Tree Pollen in Palos Hills Today

Tree pollen in Palos Hills 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
Oak0 grains/m³

Grass Pollen in Palos Hills Today

Grass pollen in Palos Hills 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/m³

Weed Pollen in Palos Hills Today

Weed pollen in Palos Hills is Moderate today, reaching 82.32 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

Ragweed82.32 grains/m³
Mugwort0 grains/m³

Air Quality in Palos Hills Today

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Air Quality
Good
Good

Air Pollutant Breakdown

PM2.5Moderate
13 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
14 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
15 µg/m³
Elevated levels irritate airways and can worsen asthma symptoms.
Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)Good
58.2 µg/m³
A respiratory irritant from vehicle exhaust that can trigger inflammation in sensitive airways.
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)Good
3.9 µg/m³
Even brief exposure can tighten airways, especially for people with asthma.
Carbon Monoxide (CO)Good
312 µg/m³
High levels reduce oxygen delivery in the body, compounding breathing difficulty on high-pollen days.

Weather in Palos Hills Today

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Weather
67°F
Clear
Humidity
33%
Wind
4 mph NW
Feels Like
62°F
Pressure
1018 mb

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