Davis pollen forecast — Downtown Davis neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Downtown Davis, Davis is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains moderate, ragweed remains high, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; 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) | Moderate | 32/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 63/100 |
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) | Moderate | 37/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 68/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Downtown Davis is the city's compact downtown near the UC Davis campus. Vegetation here reflects the wider Davis area, with tree and grass pollen exposure following the same regional pattern as the rest of the city. Visitors should expect roughly the same seasonal pattern as elsewhere in the city, with only minor local variation.
Downtown Davis's pollen season lines up with the rest of Davis, starting with acacia and oak in January with olive following close behind through February and March. Grass pollen then peaks through March and April, and weed pollen lingers into early autumn once grass season ends. The Mediterranean climate and dry summer largely suppress mid-season pollen across the region, a pattern felt across this part of Davis.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Davis right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Davis are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Davis tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Davis will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Davis 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 Davis?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Davis. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Davis?
How often is the Davis pollen forecast updated?
The Davis pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Davis 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 Davis 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 Davis, 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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