Drayton Valley Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Drayton Valley is none.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (cladosporium) at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase; grass and mugwort will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 1/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The heart of Drayton Valley is surrounded mainly by built-up land, with a good deal of open grassland and some woodland. Close to the North Saskatchewan River, riverside vegetation adds to local tree pollen. Around here, open grassland adds grass and weed pollen; street trees, gardens and lawns supply most pollen in the built-up parts.
Tree pollen comes first, peaking in mid-spring. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 15°C, and their pollen lingers into midsummer. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from midsummer into mid-fall. Summer is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. By mid-fall, as temperatures fall to around 5°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Alberta
Is pollen high in Drayton Valley right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Drayton Valley.
Will pollen levels change in Drayton Valley tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Drayton Valley will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Drayton Valley this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Drayton Valley?
On 10 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Drayton Valley.
When is pollen season in Drayton Valley?
How often is the Drayton Valley pollen forecast updated?
The Drayton Valley pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Drayton Valley come from nearby or far away?
Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.
Are pollen levels in Drayton Valley based on measurements or forecasts?
Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.
Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Drayton Valley, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.
This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.
Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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