Beatrice pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Beatrice is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains moderate, ragweed increasing, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and ragweed will increase; mugwort 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 | 26/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| 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) | Moderate | 49/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 10/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 60/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Set on rolling farmland along the Big Blue River in southeastern Nebraska, Beatrice's landscape is defined by corn and soybean fields alongside riverside cottonwood and prairie grasses, the main contributors to seasonal pollen exposure. Counts here rise and fall with the same broad rhythm as other places sharing this setting. None of this differs sharply from one year to the next barring unusual weather.
Beatrice sees its pollen season open with elm and cottonwood from March then ash builds through April. Grass pollen then peaks through May and June, and ragweed pollen builds through late summer into September. Wide-open plains terrain lets pollen travel long distances on the prevailing wind throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Nebraska
Is pollen high in Beatrice right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Beatrice are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Beatrice tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Beatrice will be different from today, with grass at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels and ambrosia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Beatrice this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass and ambrosia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Beatrice?
On 20 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Beatrice. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Beatrice?
How often is the Beatrice pollen forecast updated?
The Beatrice pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Beatrice 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 Beatrice 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 Beatrice, 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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