pollen count

Pollen count measures the amount of pollen in the air and indicates how likely it is for sensitive individuals to experience allergy symptoms. It’s usually expressed as grains per cubic meter of air and reported in categories like low, moderate, high, or very high. Higher counts mean more pollen, increasing the chance of allergy reactions such as sneezing, itchy eyes, or nasal congestion. Pollen counts can vary based on the time of day, weather, and season. Monitoring these counts helps allergy sufferers plan activities and manage symptoms effectively.