It Ain’t Easy Being Sneezy: Peak Allergy Season Hits Indiana

September may mark the beginning of fall, but it's also peak allergy season for many in the Hoosier State.

I love fall, from the leaves changing colors to bonfires with friends on a chilly Saturday evening. That said, September comes with a price for some of us. While I’d much rather be shopping for new flannels for the incoming cooler weather, instead I’m stocking up on tissues, nasal spray, and any other allergy medication I can get my hands on. Welcome to the peak allergy season for weed pollen.

Indiana's Worst Months for Allergies

Dr. Manan Shah is the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Wyndly, a company specializing in at-home allergy testing and treatment. According to Dr. Shah, Indiana is not the worst state for allergens, but it’s certainly not the best. Depending on what you’re allergic to, you can experience allergy symptoms at any time of year in Indiana. However, pollen allergies typically flare up in the spring, summer, and fall, with pollen counts at their highest during April, May, and September.

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Why September Is a Bad Month for Allergies

Dr. Shah notes that there are three different types of pollen allergies, which can vary in severity from person to person. The first is tree pollen, which is high in the spring; followed by grass pollen, which is high in the summer; and then weed pollen, which reaches its highest peak in the fall. According to IQAir, weed pollen levels are currently moderate in the Evansville area but could increase in the coming weeks.

If you’re like me and find yourself sneezing more than usual this time of year, you might have a weed pollen allergy. Personally, I try to limit my time outside during this time of year, which is easier said than done most days. Everyone is different, so medication that works for me may or may not work for you. Taking a trip to your doctor would likely be a good first step in tackling the problem.

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