McKinney, TX Pollen and Allergy Report for Summer 2023

Pollen Allergy Trends in McKinney, TX

When is pollen lowest in McKinney, TX?

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February

Lowest month total PPM

172.19 Avg. PPM

When is pollen highest in McKinney, TX?

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March

Highest month total PPM

2,295.35 Avg. PPM

How does pollen in McKinney, TX compare to Texas?

McKinney has a higher average PPM than the state of Texas.

McKinney yearly avg PPM: 800.93

Texas yearly avg PPM: 736.51

How does pollen in McKinney, TX compare to the USA?

McKinney has a higher average PPM than the USA.

McKinney yearly avg PPM: 800.93

USA yearly avg PPM: 664.86

Is pollen worse this year in McKinney, TX?

Spring 2023 was worse than spring 2022.

Spring 2023 PPM: 4,150.94

Spring 2022 PPM: 2,883.9

Average PPM in McKinney, TX

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McKinney, TX Pollen and Allergy Breakdown by Month

Grass

When is grass pollen highest in McKinney, TX?

February has the highest grass pollen in McKinney, TX with an average PPM of 429.71

When is grass pollen lowest in McKinney, TX?

December has the lowest grass pollen in McKinney, TX with an average PPM of 0

Tree

When is tree pollen highest in McKinney, TX?

March has the highest tree pollen in McKinney, TX with an average PPM of 2,152.36

When is tree pollen lowest in McKinney, TX?

July has the lowest tree pollen in McKinney, TX with an average PPM of 57.94

Weed

When is weed pollen highest in McKinney, TX?

December has the highest weed pollen in McKinney, TX with an average PPM of 464.4

When is weed pollen lowest in McKinney, TX?

February has the lowest weed pollen in McKinney, TX with an average PPM of 0.07

McKinney, TX Pollen Monthly Breakdown by Pollen Type

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Pollen and Hay Fever in McKinney, TX

Pollen allergies, often associated with the term 'hay fever,' are a common and sometimes frustrating aspect of life for many residents of McKinney, Texas. Unlike many other regions where the allergy season is mainly limited to spring, the pollen season in Texas stretches across the year due to the state's mild winters that allow for constant plant growth and pollination.

One of the primary culprits of pollen allergies in McKinney from November to February is the Mountain Cedar. This tree's pollen can travel hundreds of miles, making it difficult to avoid. The main symptoms associated with Mountain Cedar pollen include itchy, watery eyes, and a runny or stuffy nose, often accompanied by sneezing.

As the Mountain Cedar season wraps up, the period from January to May introduces new allergens, including those from Elm, Ash, and Mulberry trees. The pollen from these trees can lead to sneezing, wheezing, and asthma-like symptoms.

Springtime in Texas, particularly from March to May, adds Oak and Pecan tree pollen to the mix. This season also sees the release of pollen from various grasses, such as Bermuda, Johnson, and Kentucky bluegrass. Symptoms during this period can include a sore throat and asthma-like symptoms, in addition to the typical runny nose and watery eyes.

Interestingly, the blazing heat of the summer months (June and July) offers a brief respite from pollen allergies as most common sources of allergies stop producing pollen, leading to a drop in pollen counts.

However, the relief is short-lived as Ragweed, a soft-stemmed, flowering weed common in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, starts to bloom in August and continues until November. This period can bring symptoms like runny noses, sneezing, itchy eyes, and in severe cases, asthma flares.

With the end of the ragweed season in November, the cycle begins anew with the bloom of Mountain Cedar, marking the start of another year-round allergy season in McKinney, Texas. This relentless cycle of pollen allergies is a testament to Texas's diverse flora and unique climatic conditions. Despite the challenges, the residents of McKinney have adapted to these conditions, navigating the varying pollen seasons with resilience and grace.

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Wyndly Summer 2023 Pollen Report Methodology

For each city, Wyndly obtained monthly pollen PPMs (pollen grains per cubic meter) for each form (tree, grass, and weed) from February 2022 - May 2023. Data were obtained from Pollen Sense, LLC Automated Particulate Sensors (APS). These sensors automatically detect particulate matter collected from ambient air, and use a neural network algorithm to identify individual pollen species and calculate daily pollen counts.

Yearly averages are calculated by summing the three allergen averages per month of data for a total monthly PPM, summing all monthly total PPMs, then dividing by 12 (month count). Used for per-city average, state average, and total USA average. Season comparisons are done by summing the months of Spring (March, April, May) for 2023 and 2022. If the absolute of the (2023-2022)/2022 is ≤ 0.05, the years were about the same. Otherwise, the more PPM, the worse the season was.

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