Buellton Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Buellton is moderate; ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) ragweed remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, mold (alternaria) declining.
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 | 38/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 36/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 33/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 35/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 36/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around the center of Buellton is built-up land, with some open grassland and woodland. A nearby park adds mown lawns and planted trees to the local pollen mix. The key allergenic tree nearby is oak. Grass pollen adds noticeably to the overall load. In the immediate area, street trees, parks and lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts.
Oak leads the season in late spring, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Then come the grasses, strongest in early summer and fading by mid-fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in winter, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Buellton right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Buellton are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Buellton tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Buellton will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Buellton 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 Buellton?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Buellton. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Buellton?
How often is the Buellton pollen forecast updated?
The Buellton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Buellton 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 Buellton 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 Buellton, 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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