Wildlife Viewing Area Southbound Vista Point, Big Pine Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Wildlife Viewing Area Southbound Vista Point, Big Pine is moderate; ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 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) | Low | 14/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 11/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 38/100 |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 33/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 32/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 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 | 16/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 40/100 | |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 36/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 33/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Open grassland and scrubland share the area around this location in Big Pine. Grasses matter a great deal here, and pigweed and mugwort are the main weed sources. Locally, scrubland contributes pollen from shrubs, grasses and herbs. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Across the year, grass pollen dominates, building from mid-spring to a peak around early summer and lasting until late summer. Later in the year, pigweed adds weed pollen from early summer into early fall, with mugwort in flower from midsummer into early fall. Here, winters average around freezing and summers around 25°C, with most rain falling in the cooler months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Big Pine right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Big Pine are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Big Pine tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Big Pine will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Big Pine this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Big Pine?
On 6 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Big Pine. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Big Pine?
How often is the Big Pine pollen forecast updated?
The Big Pine pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Big Pine 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 Big Pine 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 Big Pine, 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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