ABQ BioPark Zoo, Albuquerque Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in ABQ BioPark Zoo, Albuquerque is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) grass remains low, ragweed remains moderate, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) 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 | 1/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 41/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 14/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 23/100 |
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 | 11/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 10/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 21/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Built-up land makes up around 44% of the area near this part of Albuquerque, with a good deal of woodland and some scrubland. Of the allergenic trees nearby, elm matters most, while mulberry and poplar also contribute. Grass pollen is significant here, and pigweed and mugwort contribute weed pollen. Around here, planted trees and mown lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts.
First to flower is elm, in early spring. Tree pollen peaks in mid-spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and mulberry and poplar are in full flower. Grasses take over in late spring and keep pollen in the air into early fall. Pigweed and mugwort bring a final peak from early summer into early fall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New Mexico
Is pollen high in Albuquerque right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Albuquerque are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Albuquerque tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Albuquerque will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Albuquerque. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Albuquerque?
How often is the Albuquerque pollen forecast updated?
The Albuquerque pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque, 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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