Fairmont pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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Set on the Monongahela River valley in north-central West Virginia, Fairmont's landscape is defined by oak-hickory forest alongside riverside sycamore and eastern hemlock, the main contributors to seasonal pollen exposure. Local parks and open ground tend to see higher pollen counts than the denser urban core. The mix of native and introduced species here is fairly typical for this part of the country.

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

    46/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    32/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    70/100

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

    30/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    14/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    70/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Fairmont right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Fairmont tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Fairmont will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, grass at moderate levels and artemisia continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Fairmont 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 Fairmont?

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

When is pollen season in Fairmont?
Pollen season in Fairmont starts with cedar and elm in February before oak peaks during March and April. Grass follows, peaking through April and May, while ragweed extends the weed season into September. Mild winters across the Southeast push the pollen calendar earlier than in most of the country, shaping conditions across the city.
How often is the Fairmont pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Fairmont 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 Fairmont 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 Fairmont, 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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