Allergy Forecast: Grass Pollen Rates To Worsen In NYC This Week

NEW YORK, NY — The sneezing season is far from over. According to the allergy forecast from weather.com, tree pollen and grass pollen rates are ranked as "high" for six of the next seven days.

The only time the two types of pollen dip below high is on Friday, when both will be at "moderate."

Most allergen forecasts look at three factors: tree pollen, grass pollen and ragweed pollen.

For the past few weeks tree pollen has been the main culprit in NYC, however grass pollen levels bumped up to elevated rates last week and are set to continue at those high rates again in the coming few days. Ragweed pollen is clocking in at a non-existent rate from Monday, May 20 to Sunday, May 26.

According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, the most common symptoms of allergies are sneezing, nasal, congestion, runny nose, watery eyes, itchy throat and eyes, and wheezing. It's a list that people with allergies know all too well. Here's how AccuWeather suggest you can relieve symptoms:

• Stay inside in the morning

"Pollen counts are highest in the early morning, between 5 and 10 a.m.," Robert Sporter, a doctor at ENT & Allergy Associates in New York City, told AccuWeather.

• Keep indoor air clean

Keep windows closed, filter the air by using air conditioning.

• Avoid certain foods

Some people with severe pollen allergies may have trouble eating raw and fresh fruit.

• Carry an allergy relief kit

Including over-the-counter products such as antihistamines and eye drops.