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48 pollen season records across 12 states
Tree Pollen
Mesquite, palo verde, and introduced olive trees contribute to spring allergies.
Mold Spores
Monsoon season brings humidity and associated mold growth to Arizona.
Grass Pollen
Bermuda grass is the primary grass allergen in Arizona's irrigated areas.
Weed Pollen
Ragweed, Russian thistle, and desert allergens have a long season in Arizona.
Grass Pollen
Bermuda grass, ryegrass, and fescue thrive in California's warm climate, producing extended pollen seasons.
Tree Pollen
Cedar, oak, and walnut trees produce heavy pollen in California's Central Valley and coastal regions.
Weed Pollen
Ragweed, sagebrush, and Russian thistle dominate late-season allergies in California.
Mold Spores
Coastal fog and irrigation create conditions for mold in California valleys.
Year-round — Year-round
ModerateWeed Pollen
Ragweed and sagebrush produce significant fall pollen across the Colorado plains.
Mold Spores
Dry climate keeps mold levels relatively low compared to humid states.
Tree Pollen
Cottonwood, juniper, and pine trees contribute to spring allergies along the Front Range.
Grass Pollen
Lower humidity means shorter but intense grass pollen seasons in Colorado.
Tree Pollen
Oak, cedar, and palm pollen season starts very early in Florida's subtropical climate.
Grass Pollen
Bahia grass and Bermuda grass produce pollen nearly year-round in South Florida.
Weed Pollen
Ragweed and other weed pollens extend through fall in Florida.
September — December
ModerateMold Spores
Florida's humidity makes it one of the worst states for mold allergies.
Year-round — Year-round
Very HighGrass Pollen
Bermuda grass and bahia grass produce extended pollen seasons in the South.
Weed Pollen
Ragweed season is intense throughout Georgia.
Tree Pollen
Pine pollen creates visible yellow coating on everything in Georgia each spring.
Mold Spores
Southeastern humidity promotes year-round mold growth.
Year-round — Year-round
HighTree Pollen
Tropical trees produce low-level pollen year-round in Hawaii.
Year-round — Year-round
LowGrass Pollen
Tropical grasses pollinate throughout the year.
Year-round — Year-round
ModerateWeed Pollen
Minimal ragweed in Hawaii — one of the best states for ragweed allergy sufferers.
Year-round — Year-round
LowMold Spores
Tropical humidity creates ideal mold conditions year-round.
Year-round — Year-round
HighWeed Pollen
Ragweed concentrations in the Midwest are among the highest in the nation.
August — October
Very HighMold Spores
Agricultural areas and humidity promote seasonal mold growth.
Tree Pollen
Elm, oak, and cottonwood trees produce spring pollen in Illinois.
Grass Pollen
Timothy and bluegrass are the primary grass allergens in the Midwest.
Tree Pollen
Birch, maple, and oak produce spring pollen after long winters.
Weed Pollen
Ragweed season is short but intense in the upper Midwest.
Mold Spores
Lake-influenced humidity promotes seasonal mold growth.
Grass Pollen
Short but intense grass pollen season in Minnesota's brief summer.
Weed Pollen
Ragweed is the dominant fall allergen, particularly in the Hudson Valley and Long Island.
Mold Spores
Warm, humid summers promote mold growth in leaf litter and soil across New York.
Tree Pollen
Birch, oak, and maple trees produce heavy spring pollen across New York State.
Grass Pollen
Timothy grass and bluegrass are primary grass allergens in New York.
Weed Pollen
Ohio is in the heart of the ragweed belt.
August — October
Very HighMold Spores
Agricultural areas promote seasonal mold.
Tree Pollen
Ohio's diverse forests produce heavy tree pollen in spring.
Grass Pollen
Bluegrass and timothy are common allergens.
Weed Pollen
Ragweed season is intense across Texas, particularly in the eastern half of the state.
Tree Pollen
Mountain cedar (Ashe juniper) triggers 'Cedar Fever' in Central Texas, one of the most severe allergy events in the US.
Grass Pollen
Long growing season means extended grass pollen exposure across Texas.
Mold Spores
Humid Gulf Coast conditions promote year-round mold growth in southeastern Texas.
Year-round — Year-round
HighTree Pollen
Alder, birch, and cedar trees produce heavy spring pollen in the Pacific Northwest.
Weed Pollen
Ragweed is less prevalent than in eastern states, but other weeds contribute.
Grass Pollen
Ryegrass and fescue thrive in Washington's mild, wet climate.
Mold Spores
Pacific Northwest rain and humidity create ideal conditions for mold year-round.
Year-round — Year-round
High