Riverbend, Edmonton Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Riverbend, Edmonton is none.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) ragweed at low levels, 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) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 1/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Woodland makes up around 46% of the area near this site in Edmonton, with a good deal of built-up land. Close to the North Saskatchewan River, riverside trees such as willow and poplar add to local tree pollen. The leading allergenic tree nearby is hazel, with poplar and birch close behind. Grasses and weeds such as mugwort and plantain round out the local mix.
Hazel opens the pollen season in early spring. Poplar and birch follow in early spring, bringing the main tree pollen peak. Grass pollen follows, peaking in early summer and easing off by midsummer. Mugwort and plantain bring a final peak from midsummer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in summer, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Alberta
Is pollen high in Edmonton right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Edmonton.
Will pollen levels change in Edmonton tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Edmonton will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Edmonton this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Edmonton?
On 10 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Edmonton.
When is pollen season in Edmonton?
How often is the Edmonton pollen forecast updated?
The Edmonton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Edmonton 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 Edmonton 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 Edmonton, 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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