Deer Ridge Campground Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Deer Ridge Campground is moderate; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; mold (alternaria) is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, grass at moderate levels, mugwort at low levels, ragweed at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 16/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 45/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 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) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 17/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 42/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around Deer Ridge Campground is heavily wooded. Of the allergenic trees nearby, oak matters most, while elm also contributes. Grasses also feature strongly, alongside plantain among the weeds. Gaps in the canopy, trails and forest edges give grasses and herbs room to grow. Much of the pollen in dense woodland is released high in the canopy, where the wind carries it easily.
Elm opens the pollen season in early spring. Oak follows in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in late spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Plantain flowers through much of the warmer half of the year. In warm, humid weather from late spring into midsummer, mold spores add to the mix, especially after rain.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Deer Ridge Campground right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Deer Ridge Campground.
Will pollen levels change in Deer Ridge Campground tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Deer Ridge Campground will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Deer Ridge Campground 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 Deer Ridge Campground?
On 11 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Deer Ridge Campground.
When is pollen season in Deer Ridge Campground?
How often is the Deer Ridge Campground pollen forecast updated?
The Deer Ridge Campground pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Deer Ridge Campground 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 Deer Ridge Campground 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 Deer Ridge Campground, 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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