Cedar Rapids Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Cedar Rapids is moderate; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; mugwort, ragweed, and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) ragweed remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort and ragweed will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 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) | Low | 4/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 9/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 20/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 27/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 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) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 28/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The heart of Cedar Rapids is surrounded mainly by built-up land, which covers around 74% of the nearby area, with some open grassland. Close to the Cedar River, riverside vegetation adds to local tree pollen. The allergenic tree mix nearby includes maple. Around here, planted trees and mown lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts.
Maple leads the season in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 10°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in late spring and keep pollen in the air into early fall. Summer is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. By late fall, as temperatures fall to around 5°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Iowa
Is pollen high in Cedar Rapids right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Cedar Rapids are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cedar Rapids tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Cedar Rapids will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cedar Rapids this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Cedar Rapids?
On 11 October 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Cedar Rapids. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Cedar Rapids?
How often is the Cedar Rapids pollen forecast updated?
The Cedar Rapids pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids, 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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