Elk Grove pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Elk Grove is high; grass and ragweed are high; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
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) | High | 54/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 68/100 |
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) | High | 52/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 66/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Elk Grove's parks, including Elk Grove Regional Park and the Cosumnes River corridor, feature oak, ash, and walnut as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Sacramento Valley farmland and grasslands contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while the flat, open valley landscape allows pollen to disperse readily across the city.
Elk Grove's pollen season opens with oak and walnut from late January in the mild Sacramento Valley climate. Ash follows through February and March, with grass peaking strongly through April and May. The flat, open Sacramento Valley landscape allows substantial farmland grass and crop pollen to accumulate, while the surrounding Cosumnes River corridor and Sierra Nevada foothills contribute additional tree pollen under prevailing valley winds.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Elk Grove right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Elk Grove are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Elk Grove tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Elk Grove will be similar to today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at high levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Elk Grove 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 Elk Grove?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Elk Grove. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Elk Grove?
How often is the Elk Grove pollen forecast updated?
The Elk Grove pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Elk Grove 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 Elk Grove 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 Elk Grove, 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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