Lakeshore pollen forecast — Elmstead neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Elmstead, Lakeshore is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains moderate, grass declining, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; ragweed will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| 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) | Moderate | 32/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 9/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 38/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| 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 | 22/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 27/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, just around the area, has a waterway supports hazel and willow along its bank, both strongly allergenic wind-pollinated species. This patch of forest is largely oak and birch, a pairing known for heavy spring pollen output; this sits not far from here. Neighboring areas with similar land cover tend to show a closely matching pollen mix.
Hazel and willow along the water get the season underway before other species, topping out well before most other trees start releasing pollen, around February and March. Further into spring, the area's oak and birch stands drive the pollen count, generally peaking somewhere between April and May. Grass pollen takes over next, building to a peak around June, before ragweed's late-summer surge carries the season into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ontario
Is pollen high in Lakeshore right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Lakeshore are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Lakeshore tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Lakeshore will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels and grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Lakeshore this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass and artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Lakeshore?
On 20 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Lakeshore. ambrosia and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Lakeshore?
How often is the Lakeshore pollen forecast updated?
The Lakeshore pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Lakeshore 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 Lakeshore 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 Lakeshore, 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 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
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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