Batesville, Arkansas pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Batesville, Arkansas is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains high, grass declining, mugwort 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 | 36/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 68/100 |
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 | 23/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 55/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The vegetation around Batesville, on the White River valley in the Ozark foothills, is dominated by oak-hickory forest and eastern red cedar, with riverside sycamore adding further seasonal pollen exposure. Seasonal timing here follows the broader regional pattern typical of this part of the country. Nearby towns with similar terrain tend to see a broadly similar pattern.
Pollen season in Batesville starts with maple and elm in March before oak extends the tree season through April. Grass pollen builds through May and June, and a late-summer ragweed peak runs into September. The continental Midwest climate produces a well-defined spring tree peak followed by a strong late-summer ragweed season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Arkansas
Is pollen high in Batesville, Arkansas right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Batesville, Arkansas are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Batesville, Arkansas tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Batesville, Arkansas will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels and grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Batesville, Arkansas this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Batesville, Arkansas?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Batesville, Arkansas. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Batesville, Arkansas?
How often is the Batesville, Arkansas pollen forecast updated?
The Batesville, Arkansas pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Batesville, Arkansas 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 Batesville, Arkansas 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 Batesville, Arkansas, 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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