Big Rock Township Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Big Rock Township is moderate; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; grass, mugwort, ragweed, and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) grass remains low, mugwort remains low, ragweed remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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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) | Low | 7/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 11/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 24/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 30/100 |
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 | 1/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 21/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around the heart of Big Rock Township is farmland, with some woodland and open grassland. Lawns and planted trees in a nearby park add to local grass and tree pollen. Grass pollen adds noticeably to the overall load. Pasture and uncultivated field edges in the farmland provide room for grasses and weeds.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in mid-spring. Then come the grasses, strongest in early summer and fading by early fall. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in summer, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels. By late fall, as temperatures fall to around 5°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Big Rock Township right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Big Rock Township are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Big Rock Township tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Big Rock Township will be similar to today, with ambrosia at low levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Big Rock Township 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 Big Rock Township?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Big Rock Township. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Big Rock Township?
How often is the Big Rock Township pollen forecast updated?
The Big Rock Township pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Big Rock Township 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 Rock Township 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 Rock Township, 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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