Oakwood, East Lansing Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Oakwood, East Lansing is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected, ragweed no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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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 | 25/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 25/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 37/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around this location in East Lansing is a mix of woodland and built-up land. With running water close by, riverside trees such as poplar and plane tree contribute to the local mix. Allergenic trees nearby include maple and oak. Grasses and weeds such as ragweed and plantain round out the local mix.
Maple and oak lead the season in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 10°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Later, ragweed and plantain keep 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 Michigan
Is pollen high in East Lansing right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in East Lansing are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in East Lansing tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in East Lansing will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in East Lansing this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in East Lansing?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in East Lansing. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in East Lansing?
How often is the East Lansing pollen forecast updated?
The East Lansing pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in East Lansing 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 East Lansing 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 East Lansing, 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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