Burlingame Hills Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Burlingame Hills is high; ragweed is high; grass, mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) grass remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, ragweed declining, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 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 | 8/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 2/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 55/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 12/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 16/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 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 | 3/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 49/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 12/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 16/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The heart of Burlingame Hills is surrounded mainly by woodland, with a good deal of built-up land. The damp ground beside a stream or river nearby supports trees, shrubs and reeds, adding to local pollen. Oak is the most prominent allergenic tree nearby. Beyond the trees, grasses matter a great deal, and plantain and mugwort are the main weed sources.
Oak leads the season in early summer, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in early fall and keep pollen in the air into mid-fall. Plantain and mugwort bring a final peak from early summer into mid-fall. Winter is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Burlingame Hills right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Burlingame Hills are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Burlingame Hills tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Burlingame Hills will be different from today, with grass at low levels and ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Burlingame Hills 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 Burlingame Hills?
On 7 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Burlingame Hills. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Burlingame Hills?
How often is the Burlingame Hills pollen forecast updated?
The Burlingame Hills pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Burlingame Hills 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 Burlingame Hills 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 Burlingame Hills, 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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