Crest Hill Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Crest Hill is moderate; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; grass, mugwort, and ragweed are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) grass remains low, mugwort remains low, ragweed remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, mold (alternaria) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 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) | Low | 8/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 11/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 35/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 40/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 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) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 23/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 28/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around Crest Hill is mostly built-up land, with a good deal of woodland and some open grassland. With Marley Creek nearby, riverside vegetation along its banks contributes to the local mix. Oak and maple are among the allergenic trees nearby. Grasses and weeds such as ragweed round out the local mix.
Tree pollen peaks in late spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and oak and maple are in full flower. Grass pollen follows, peaking in late spring and easing off by early fall. Later, ragweed keeps weed pollen in the air from late summer into mid-fall. Summer is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Crest Hill right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Crest Hill are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Crest Hill tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Crest Hill will be similar to today, with ambrosia at low levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Crest Hill this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Crest Hill?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Crest Hill. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Crest Hill?
How often is the Crest Hill pollen forecast updated?
The Crest Hill pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Crest Hill 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 Crest Hill 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 Crest Hill, 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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