I would definitely say by the dust on my truck outside that we are in the moderate zone. When I was younger I wasn't allergic to anything except dust and mold. But now, at age 77 I have to be very careful outside especially when my truck seems to be covered with the stuff.
Even though the power went off for almost a week during Christmas the good thing about all the rain and storms was that it washed all the Acacia Pollen away in the rains. However, it looks like we might be in for it regarding Monterey Pine Pollen this year.
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Right now (mid-January) in the San Francisco Bay Area, Monterey pine pollen levels are generally
low to moderate, with some variation by location, but it's the beginning of the tree pollen season where various trees start releasing pollen, though peak pine pollen is more common in spring (March-April). Expect low grass/weed pollen, but watch for higher tree pollen as the season progresses, with oaks and pines picking up in the coming months, says Allermi's California pollen guide. Current Status (Mid-January):
- Trees: Low to Moderate.
- Grass: None to Low.
- Weeds: None.
What to Expect:
- Early Season: January kicks off tree pollen season in the Bay Area, with various trees starting to release pollen, including pines.
- Peak Pine: Monterey Pine pollen typically rises significantly from March to April, often peaking then.
- Other Pollens: Grass pollen will increase in spring (April/May), and weed pollen surges in summer (June/July).
Where to Check:
- For real-time updates, check allergy sites like IQAir for the San Francisco Bay Area or Weather Underground's San Francisco pollen page.
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