Site 17 pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Site 17 is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected, ragweed no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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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 | 29/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 22/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 31/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, within easy reach, the water's edge is thick with hazel and willow, whose pollen spreads readily in early spring. Located a short distance from here, this area has woodland where oak stands alongside birch, the latter especially aggressive as an allergen. Seasonal timing here generally tracks the wider region, give or take a week or so.
The waterside hazel and willow are consistently first to release pollen each year, topping out well before most other trees start releasing pollen, around February and March. The nearby oak and birch stands take the lead as spring progresses, typically landing in April and May. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its June high, handing off to ragweed, which peaks from mid-August through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ontario
Is pollen high in Site 17 right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Site 17 are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Site 17 tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Site 17 will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Site 17 this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Site 17?
On 20 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Site 17. ambrosia and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Site 17?
How often is the Site 17 pollen forecast updated?
The Site 17 pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Site 17 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 Site 17 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 Site 17, 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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