Calumet City pollen forecast — Forest-Southview Historic District neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Forest-Southview Historic District, Calumet City is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains moderate, grass declining, mugwort no longer expected.
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) | Moderate | 34/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 1/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 49/100 |
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) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 31/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Forest-Southview Historic District — A stand of oak and birch, the latter ranked among the Midwest's most potent tree allergens, at around 346m distant. Parkland with regularly mown grass and planted trees, both sources of grass and ragweed pollen, close enough to matter, at 217m. Actual counts still shift year to year with temperature, rainfall, and prevailing wind.
The area's oak and birch trees pollinate through mid-to-late spring, typically landing in April and May. Grass pollen climbs toward a June peak, handing off to ragweed, which peaks from mid-August through October. Warmer or wetter years can pull these peaks a week or two earlier or later. This general pattern holds fairly steady across the surrounding county from year to year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Calumet City right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Calumet City are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Calumet City tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Calumet City will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels and grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Calumet City 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 Calumet City?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Calumet City. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Calumet City?
How often is the Calumet City pollen forecast updated?
The Calumet City pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Calumet City 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 Calumet City 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 Calumet City, 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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