Boulder pollen forecast — Chautauqua Park neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Chautauqua Park, Boulder is low; ragweed is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains low, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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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) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 10/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 16/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Chautauqua Park is a meadow and trailhead park beneath the Flatirons. Vegetation here reflects the wider Boulder area, with tree and grass pollen exposure following the same regional pattern as the rest of the city. As with most sublevel sites, local landscaping can shift counts slightly from the citywide average.
As a landmark within Boulder, Chautauqua Park follows the same seasonal pollen curve, opening with juniper and cottonwood from March then ash builds through April. Grass follows, peaking through May and June, while grass and sagebrush extend exposure into September. Low humidity and high elevation mean pollen disperses easily once released, consistent with the wider Boulder area.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Colorado
Is pollen high in Boulder right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Boulder are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Boulder tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Boulder will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Boulder 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 Boulder?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Boulder. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Boulder?
How often is the Boulder pollen forecast updated?
The Boulder pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Boulder 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 Boulder 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 Boulder, 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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