Aftel Archive of Curious Scents, Berkeley Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Aftel Archive of Curious Scents, Berkeley is moderate; ragweed is moderate; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) ragweed remains moderate, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase.
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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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 6/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 15/100 |
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 | 5/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 41/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 14/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 68% of the area near this location in Berkeley is built-up land, with a good deal of woodland. Oak is the most prominent allergenic tree nearby, with maple also present. Grasses are a major source, with plantain and mugwort adding to the weed pollen load. Oak is unusually common here compared with most other locations, making it a particularly important local pollen source.
Oak and maple lead the season in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 10°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 15°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. The season closes with plantain and mugwort from mid-spring into early fall. The oak period in mid-spring is usually the most intense time of year here.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Berkeley right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Berkeley are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Berkeley tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Berkeley will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Berkeley 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 Berkeley?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Berkeley. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Berkeley?
How often is the Berkeley pollen forecast updated?
The Berkeley pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Berkeley 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 Berkeley 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 Berkeley, 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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