Cuyahoga Falls pollen forecast — Cross Creek neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Cross Creek, Cuyahoga Falls is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed declining, grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected.
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 | 27/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 2/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 41/100 |
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) | Low | 14/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Along the damp banks, hazel and willow release some of the year's first tree pollen, just 100m from here. Oak and birch dominating the treeline, both heavy contributors to the spring pollen load; this sits within 50m of this spot. A park whose turf grass and ornamental plantings feed local grass and ragweed pollen levels; this sits about 400-500 meters off.
Hazel and willow by the water are typically first out of the gate, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. The woodland's oak and birch trees become the main pollen source by mid-spring, building to its sharpest point across April and May. Grass pollen rises through late spring toward a June high point, before ragweed takes over as the dominant allergen from mid-August through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ohio
Is pollen high in Cuyahoga Falls right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Cuyahoga Falls are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cuyahoga Falls tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Cuyahoga Falls will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cuyahoga Falls 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 Cuyahoga Falls?
On 20 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Cuyahoga Falls. ambrosia and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Cuyahoga Falls?
How often is the Cuyahoga Falls pollen forecast updated?
The Cuyahoga Falls pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cuyahoga Falls 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 Cuyahoga Falls 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 Cuyahoga Falls, 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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