Pollen & Mold Count

Last report date: OCTOBER 23, 2026

Pollen Types:

• Trees: None
• Grass: None
• Weeds: None
• Mold: Not Counted

Pollen Forecast: This will conclude the 2026 pollen season. We anticipate resuming pollen collection in March 2027, weather permitting. However, warmer temperatures in February may allow for an earlier start. Historically, Elm and Juniper/Cedar pollen have been observed as early as the middle of February.

Allergy Tip: It is time to think about your indoor allergy triggers, such as pet dander. Restrict your pets to a few rooms in your home and keep them out of your bedrooms. If you must allow your pets into your bedrooms, change your linens more often, wash them in hot water and use the high heat setting on the dryer.

Viral Infection information and guidelines for our asthma and COPD patients:

1. Do NOT stop your inhaled medications – if you are on inhaled steroids, stay on them!
2. Make sure you have adequate, non-expired rescue inhalers
3. Wash your hands frequently
4. Keep away from others that may be sick
5. Make sure to keep your other conditions controlled such as allergies and acid reflux

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How We Count Pollen

Pollen counts are different than pollen forecasts. Forecasts are predicted based on the previous year’s counts and current weather conditions. The counts are reported for specific plants such as trees, grasses, and weeds and mold spores. Our Pollen Counting Technician at Asthma Allergy Associates is one of a small number of pollen counters nationally certified by the National Allergy Bureau, and has the rare skill set for pollen and mold identification. NAB stations use air sampling instruments that collect pollen from the atmosphere. The air samples are then examined under a microscope, and the individual pollen grains are identified and counted. These samples represent what was in the atmosphere during the previous 24 hours and are expressed as pollen levels of low, moderate, high, or very high on the NAB website.