Cortez pollen forecast — Sun Temple neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Sun Temple, Cortez is low; mugwort and ragweed are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; mugwort and ragweed will decrease.
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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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 13/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 18/100 |
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) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 17/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Without notable forest, water, or parkland close by, roadside and field grasses along with ragweed are the more likely dominant pollen sources here. Comparable land cover in surrounding areas tends to produce a similar pollen mix overall. Local microclimate and soil conditions can push these figures slightly higher or lower.
January is the coldest month here at around -1°C, warming to about 26°C by July, and the 349 mm annual rainfall is spread fairly evenly across the year. As temperatures rise out of their January low, pollen activity typically starts picking up from around February.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Colorado
Is pollen high in Cortez right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Cortez are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cortez tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Cortez will be similar to today, with ambrosia at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cortez this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Cortez?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Cortez. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Cortez?
How often is the Cortez pollen forecast updated?
The Cortez pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cortez 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 Cortez 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 Cortez, 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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