Clintwood pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (30 August) pollen in Clintwood is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are moderate. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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The vegetation around Clintwood, on a mountain town in the far southwestern Virginia coalfields, is dominated by oak-hickory forest and rhododendron thickets, with reclaimed mine-land scrub adding further seasonal pollen exposure. Wind patterns across the area help determine how far pollen travels from these source plants. Microclimates within the area can shift the timing slightly from one neighborhood to the next.

Today - 30 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Moderate

    35/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    30/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    68/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 31 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Moderate

    33/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    28/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    66/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Clintwood right now?

On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Clintwood are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Clintwood tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Clintwood will be similar to today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at moderate levels, grass at moderate levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Clintwood 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 Clintwood?

On 30 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Clintwood. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Clintwood?
Clintwood's pollen season opens with cedar and elm from late February before oak takes over and peaks through April. Grass follows, peaking through May and June, while ragweed and mugwort extend the weed season into September. The mild mid-Atlantic climate advances the season compared to more northern East Coast cities, shaping conditions across the city.
How often is the Clintwood pollen forecast updated?

The Clintwood pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Clintwood 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 Clintwood 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 Clintwood, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 30 August 2026 at 08:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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