Cleveland pollen forecast — Whiskey Island neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Whiskey Island, Cleveland is low; grass, mugwort, and ragweed are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected, ragweed no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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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) | Low | 13/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 2/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 16/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Nearby, within an easy 150m reach, water here is bordered by hazel and willow, both notable sources of wind-borne pollen. This area, right nearby, about 100-200m away, has woodland where oak stands alongside birch, the latter especially aggressive as an allergen. A stretch of mown parkland where turf and ornamental trees feed local grass and ragweed pollen; this sits barely 50 meters away.
Hazel and willow by the water are typically first out of the gate, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. Once hazel fades, oak and birch in the woods carry the season forward, usually hitting its highest point sometime between mid-April and mid-May. Grass pollen takes over next, building to a peak around June, before ragweed pollen takes center stage across mid-August into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ohio
Is pollen high in Cleveland right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Cleveland are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cleveland tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Cleveland will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cleveland this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Cleveland?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Cleveland. grass and ambrosia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Cleveland?
How often is the Cleveland pollen forecast updated?
The Cleveland pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland, 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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