Elk River pollen forecast — Orono Hills neighborhood

Today (30 August) pollen in Orono Hills, Elk River is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar - grass remains moderate, ragweed remains high, mugwort increasing. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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This area, just outside the immediate area, has the waterway's edge supports hazel and willow, species known for potent, wind-carried pollen. Birch and oak share the canopy here, birch pollen in particular known to travel far on the wind, within easy reach. This area, close by, has grass and ornamental trees within the park boundary contribute modestly to grass and ragweed levels.

Today - 30 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Moderate

    34/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    15/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    63/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 31 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Moderate

    50/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    32/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    70/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Elk River right now?

On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Elk River are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Elk River tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Elk River will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, grass at moderate levels and artemisia increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Elk River 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 Elk River?

On 30 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Elk River. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Elk River?
The water-adjacent hazel and willow are early risers, getting an early start, typically cresting between February and March. Oak and birch nearby take over the pollen calendar through mid-spring, reaching its high point through April and into May. Grass pollen counts rise through late spring, reaching their peak around June, and then ragweed picks up the slack, running from mid-August through October.
How often is the Elk River pollen forecast updated?

The Elk River pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Elk River 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 River 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 River, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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