Ventana Campground, Carmel Valley Village Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Ventana Campground, Carmel Valley Village is moderate; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; grass, mugwort, ragweed, and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 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 | 1/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 2/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 15/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 15/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 26/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 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 | 8/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 21/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 17/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 29/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This site in Carmel Valley Village is surrounded mainly by woodland, which covers around 79% of the nearby area. With a stream or river close by, riverside trees such as plane tree contribute to the local mix. Oak heads the list of allergenic trees nearby, ahead of plane tree and maple. Grasses are a major source, with mugwort and plantain adding to the weed pollen load.
Oak, plane tree and maple lead the season in early summer, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Then come the grasses, strongest in early fall and fading by mid-fall. Later, mugwort and plantain keep weed pollen in the air through summer. 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 Carmel Valley Village right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Carmel Valley Village are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Carmel Valley Village tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Carmel Valley Village will be similar to today, with ambrosia at low levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Carmel Valley Village this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Carmel Valley Village?
On 6 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Carmel Valley Village. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Carmel Valley Village?
How often is the Carmel Valley Village pollen forecast updated?
The Carmel Valley Village pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Carmel Valley Village 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 Carmel Valley Village 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 Carmel Valley Village, 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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