Forest Heights, Kitchener Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Forest Heights, Kitchener is low; grass, mugwort, and ragweed are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; ragweed will decrease.
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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) | Low | 4/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 15/100 |
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) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 17/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around this location in Kitchener is built-up land, with a good deal of woodland and some open grassland. Lawns and planted trees in a nearby park add to local grass and tree pollen. Among allergenic trees nearby, maple leads, followed by oak. Grass pollen is significant here, and ragweed and plantain contribute weed pollen.
Maple and oak lead the season in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 5°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grass pollen follows, peaking in early summer and easing off by late summer. Later, ragweed and plantain keep weed pollen in the air from late summer into mid-fall. By late fall, as temperatures fall to around 5°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ontario
Is pollen high in Kitchener right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Kitchener are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Kitchener tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Kitchener will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels, ambrosia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kitchener this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kitchener?
On 10 October 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Kitchener. grass and ambrosia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Kitchener?
How often is the Kitchener pollen forecast updated?
The Kitchener pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kitchener 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 Kitchener 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 Kitchener, 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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