Elko pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Elko is high; ragweed is high; mugwort is moderate; grass 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 decrease.
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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) | Low | 18/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 29/100 |
| 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) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 30/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 68/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The vegetation around Elko, on a high desert basin in the Great Basin, is dominated by sagebrush steppe and cottonwood along the Humboldt River, with piñon-juniper on the foothills adding further seasonal pollen exposure. Exposure varies with proximity to green space versus the more built-up parts of Elko. The mix of native and introduced species here is fairly typical for this part of the country.
Elko sees its pollen season open with palo verde and mesquite from January before mulberry takes over and peaks through February. Grass pollen then peaks through March and April, and a second grass and weed peak follows the summer monsoon rains from July through September. Little spring rainfall means few natural breaks in pollen release once the season starts, shaping conditions across the city.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Nevada
Is pollen high in Elko right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Elko are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Elko tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Elko will be similar to today, with artemisia at moderate levels, grass at low levels, ambrosia at high levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Elko this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Elko?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Elko. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Elko?
How often is the Elko pollen forecast updated?
The Elko pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Elko 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 Elko 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 Elko, 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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