Benson Sculpture Garden pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Benson Sculpture Garden is moderate; ragweed is moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort remains low, ragweed remains moderate, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 3/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 47/100 |
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 | 1/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 50/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Loveland's typical vegetation carries through to Benson Sculpture Garden, a sculpture garden park with a small lake, so pollen timing here matches the wider city rather than running on its own schedule. Any difference from the citywide pattern here tends to be minor rather than a distinct microclimate.
Benson Sculpture Garden sees the same pollen timeline as the rest of Loveland, beginning with juniper and cottonwood in March before ash extends the tree season through April. Grass pollen rises through May and June, and grass pollen lingers into early September before tapering off. The semi-arid high-elevation climate means fewer rainfall interruptions than in wetter US regions, a pattern felt across this part of Loveland.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Colorado
Is pollen high in Benson Sculpture Garden right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Benson Sculpture Garden are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Benson Sculpture Garden tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Benson Sculpture Garden will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Benson Sculpture Garden this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Benson Sculpture Garden?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Benson Sculpture Garden. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Benson Sculpture Garden?
How often is the Benson Sculpture Garden pollen forecast updated?
The Benson Sculpture Garden pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Benson Sculpture Garden 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 Benson Sculpture Garden 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 Benson Sculpture Garden, 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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