Alamogordo pollen forecast — New Mexico Museum of Space History neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in New Mexico Museum of Space History, Alamogordo is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains moderate, ragweed remains high, mugwort increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and 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 | 34/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 24/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 64/100 |
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) | Moderate | 37/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 68/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
New Mexico Museum of Space History, a museum chronicling US space exploration, overlooking the Tularosa Basin, shares its vegetation profile with the broader Alamogordo area, so pollen exposure here tracks the same regional sources found across the city. Visitors should expect roughly the same seasonal pattern as elsewhere in the city, with only minor local variation.
At New Mexico Museum of Space History, a landmark in Alamogordo, the pollen season opens with palo verde and mesquite from January then mulberry follows, running through February. Grass pollen rises through March and April, and summer monsoon rains from July through September trigger a second, smaller pollen peak. Dry desert air lets pollen travel widely once released, with the spring peak the most intense stretch, consistent with the wider Alamogordo area.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New Mexico
Is pollen high in Alamogordo right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Alamogordo are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Alamogordo tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Alamogordo will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, grass at moderate levels and artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Alamogordo this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Alamogordo?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Alamogordo. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Alamogordo?
How often is the Alamogordo pollen forecast updated?
The Alamogordo pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Alamogordo 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 Alamogordo 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 Alamogordo, 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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