Chicago Ridge pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Chicago Ridge is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains moderate, grass declining.
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 | 32/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 44/100 |
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 | 17/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 27/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Hazel and willow thrive along the damp bank, both prolific early wind-pollinators; this sits near this part of town. Nearby, close by, forest where oak and birch make up much of the canopy, driving spring pollen counts. Here, in the surrounding area, parkland with regularly mown grass and planted trees, both sources of grass and ragweed pollen.
The water-adjacent hazel and willow are early risers, starting well before the main spring rush, topping out around March. Oak and birch in the woods pick up where the earlier species leave off, reaching its high point through April and into May. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its June high, then gives way to ragweed, which drives the season's second major surge from mid-August into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Chicago Ridge right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Chicago Ridge are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Chicago Ridge tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Chicago Ridge will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels and grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Chicago Ridge 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 Chicago Ridge?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Chicago Ridge. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Chicago Ridge?
How often is the Chicago Ridge pollen forecast updated?
The Chicago Ridge pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Chicago Ridge 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 Chicago Ridge 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 Chicago Ridge, 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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