Congressional Country Club – Blue Course, Bethesda Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Congressional Country Club – Blue Course, Bethesda is moderate; grass is moderate; ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) ragweed remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, grass declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase; grass will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 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) | Moderate | 27/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 19/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 13/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 24/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 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 | 25/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 17/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 3/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 64% of the area near this part of Bethesda is woodland, with some open grassland and built-up land. A nearby park adds mown lawns and planted trees to the local pollen mix. Maple heads the list of allergenic trees nearby, ahead of oak and plane tree. Beyond the trees, grasses matter a great deal, and mugwort and ragweed are the main weed sources.
Tree pollen peaks in early spring, when the weather warms to around 10°C and maple, oak and plane tree are in full flower. Grasses take over in late spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Mugwort and ragweed bring a final peak from midsummer into early fall. By early winter, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Maryland
Is pollen high in Bethesda right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Bethesda are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Bethesda tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Bethesda will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels and grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Bethesda this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while ambrosia and artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Bethesda?
On 11 October 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Bethesda. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Bethesda?
How often is the Bethesda pollen forecast updated?
The Bethesda pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Bethesda 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 Bethesda 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 Bethesda, 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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