Burbank pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (30 August) pollen in Burbank is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass is low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Burbank's parks, including Johnny Carson Park and the Los Angeles River corridor, feature oak, eucalyptus, and sycamore as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding San Fernando Valley chaparral and the Verdugo Mountain foothills contribute substantial grass and scrub pollen, while the valley setting concentrates pollen under offshore Santa Ana wind conditions.
Today - 30 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
13/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
None
0/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Moderate
38/100
High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.
Tomorrow - 31 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
13/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
None
0/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Moderate
37/100
Air quality in Burbank
View air qualityFrequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Burbank right now?
On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Burbank are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Burbank tomorrow?
On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Burbank will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Burbank 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 Burbank?
On 30 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Burbank. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Burbank?
How often is the Burbank pollen forecast updated?
The Burbank pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Burbank 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 Burbank 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 Burbank, 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.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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