Virginia pollen and allergy seasons
October outlookModerate
Virginia has a strong spring tree season led by oak and a heavy ragweed season in the fall.
Twelve month pollen calendar
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Dominant species in October
Ragweed
Typical peak in October
No clear peak this month
Worst month of the year
April
Best month of the year
January
What is active in October
Ragweed
Cities in Virginia
| City | Today | Worst today | Typical in October |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | Lowas of Oct 16 | Ragweed | Moderate |
| Short Pump | Lowas of Oct 16 | Ragweed | Moderate |
| Fairfax | Lowas of Oct 16 | Ragweed | Moderate |
| Merrifield | Lowas of Oct 16 | Ragweed | Moderate |
| Idylwood | Lowas of Oct 16 | Ragweed | Moderate |
| Crystal Spring Knolls | Lowas of Oct 16 | Ragweed | Moderate |
| Wilsons | Lowas of Oct 16 | Ragweed | Moderate |
| Chesterfield | Lowas of Oct 16 | Ragweed | Moderate |
| Norfolk | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Fredericksburg | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Lake Ridge | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Manassas | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Bristol | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Bull Run | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Radford | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Forest | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Dranesville | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| New Baltimore | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Bluemont | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Markham | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Glade Spring | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Mccoy | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Bluefield | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Spotsylvania | Noneas of Oct 16 | None | Moderate |
| Virginia Beach | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Chesapeake | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Arlington | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Richmond | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Roanoke | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Newport News | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hampton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lynchburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Charlottesville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Portsmouth | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Suffolk | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Williamsburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Winchester | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Harrisonburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Dale City | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Centreville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Blacksburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Reston | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Mclean | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Leesburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Tuckahoe | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Ashburn | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Woodbridge | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Burke | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Danville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Linton Hall | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Annandale | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Mechanicsville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Oakton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Fair Oaks | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| South Riding | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Petersburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Sterling | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Springfield | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| West Falls Church | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Tysons | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Cave Spring | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Staunton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Salem | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Baileys Crossroads | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Herndon | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Brambleton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Chantilly | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Chester | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Cherry Hill | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hopewell | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| West Springfield | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Christiansburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Waynesboro | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| McNair | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Montclair | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lorton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Woodlawn | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Rose Hill | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Buckhall | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Culpeper | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Meadowbrook | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lincolnia | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Midlothian | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Franklin Farm | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Sudley | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Colonial Heights | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Laurel | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Franconia | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Gainesville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hybla Valley | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Burke Centre | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Kingstowne | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Bon Air | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hollins | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Manassas Park | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Glen Allen | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Fort Hunt | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Vienna | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Stone Ridge | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| East Highland Park | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Wolf Trap | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Front Royal | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Highland Springs | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Great Falls | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Broadlands | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Falls Church | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Brandermill | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Newington | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Martinsville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Groveton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Kings Park West | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Huntington | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Mount Vernon | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Sugarland Run | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lakeside | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Timberlake | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lansdowne | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Poquoson | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Cascades | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Newington Forest | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Manchester | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Fairfax Station | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Wyndham | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Wakefield | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Stuarts Draft | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Triangle | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lowes Island | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Gloucester Point | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Crozet | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Urbanna | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Yorktown | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Rockville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Franklin | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Haymarket | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Cape Charles | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Damascus | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| White Stone | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Centerville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Remington | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Luray | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Abingdon | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Bumpass | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Achilles | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Floyd | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| North Springfield | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Duffield | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| State Farm | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| South Boston | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Prince George | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Purcellville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Marion | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lexington | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Altavista | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Aldie | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| King William | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lanexa | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hartfield | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Montpelier | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Appomattox | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Stafford | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Catawba | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Ivy | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Bedford | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Vinton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Bristow | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Capeville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Berryville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Pembroke | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Woolwine | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Bloxom | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Wytheville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| North Garden | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Farmville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Madison Heights | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Henrico | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Boydton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lovettsville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hamilton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Mantua | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Catharpin | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Dulles | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Locust Grove | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Rhoadesville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Gladehill | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Bracey | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Washington | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hardy | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Beaverdam | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Sanburne Park | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Wirtz | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Marshall | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Palmyra | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Gum Spring | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Coeburn | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Strasburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Churchville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Little Creek | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lake Monticello | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| West Lynchburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Villa Heights | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| West Point | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Mattaponi | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Ford | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Ashland | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Fort Belvoir | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Tappahannock | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Woodford | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Nellysford | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Aylett | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Gretna | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Gloucester | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lovingston | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Boyce | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Jeffersonton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Stephenson | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Goochland | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Zuni | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Gordonsville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Yale | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Portsmouth Heights | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| King George | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Shirlington | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| South Hill | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hillsville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Sandston | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| West Mclean | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Saluda | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Bealeton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Port Republic | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Jamesville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| New Market | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Saint Stephens Church | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Dahlgren | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| The Plains | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Greenbriar | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Massanutten | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Pennington Gap | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Ruther Glen | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Keswick | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Waverly | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Nathalie | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Oak Grove | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Topping | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Huddleston | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Calverton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Smithfield | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Crewe | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Corbin | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Green Bay | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Cross Junction | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Disputanta | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Warrenton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Elkton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Toano | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Daleville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Chatham | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Sandy Hook | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Boones Mill | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Dinwiddie | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hudgins | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Goode | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Ebony | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Mineral | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Manakin Sabot | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Montross | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Milford | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Big Island | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Dutton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hague | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Walkerton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Ruckersville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Amonate | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Verona | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Kilmarnock | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Middleburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Waterford | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Providence Forge | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Woodstock | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Blue Ridge | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Tazewell | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| La Crosse | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Moseley | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Mc Lean | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Monroe | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Norge | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Pulaski | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Powhatan | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Evington | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Cedar Bluff | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Clifton | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hiwassee | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Colonial Beach | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Tysons Corner | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Moneta | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Max Meadows | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Buckingham | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Catlett | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Nokesville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Chase City | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Columbia | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Cobbs Creek | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Dumfries | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Midland | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Wicomico Church | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Lottsburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Cumberland | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Scottsburg | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Earlysville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Crimora | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Accomac | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Hayes | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Stephens City | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Clarksville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
| Fishersville | No live reading | Not available | Moderate |
Today and worst today come from live readings where available. Typical shows the usual level for this month from the seasonal profile.
Pollen is only half of what's in the air. See today's air quality in Virginia for ozone, dust, and smoke readings by city.
The Virginia allergy season
Allergy levels in Virginia peak in April, when oak pollen runs highest. The season moves through tree pollen around April, grass in May, weed pollen such as ragweed in September. Levels start to climb around February. The lowest pollen levels of the year arrive in January.
Common questions
When does allergy season start in Virginia?
Pollen levels in Virginia usually begin climbing in February and reach their highest point in April.
What is the worst month for allergies in Virginia?
April is typically the worst month in Virginia, driven by oak pollen.
When does ragweed season end in Virginia?
Ragweed pollen in Virginia usually fades by the end of October, after the first hard frost in colder areas.
When is the best time for allergies in Virginia?
January usually brings the lowest pollen levels of the year in Virginia.