Des Plaines pollen forecast — Lake Park Golf Course neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Lake Park Golf Course, Des Plaines is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains moderate, grass declining.
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 | 26/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 43/100 |
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) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 29/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, not far from here, has hazel and willow crowd the water's edge, both classic sources of early allergenic pollen. Maintained parkland where turf grass and ornamental species add to the grass and ragweed mix, close to this spot. Nearby weather stations report comparable trends across the broader stretch of the county.
Hazel and willow by the water are typically first out of the gate, usually the first pollen source active, peaking sometime in February or March. Through late spring, grass pollen climbs steadily toward its June peak, handing off to ragweed, which peaks from mid-August through October. The overall order of species tends to hold steady, even as exact dates shift slightly each year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Des Plaines right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Des Plaines are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Des Plaines tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Des Plaines will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels and grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Des Plaines this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, ambrosia, and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Des Plaines?
On 20 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Des Plaines. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Des Plaines?
How often is the Des Plaines pollen forecast updated?
The Des Plaines pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines, 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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