Granite Falls pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Updated: 20 September 2026 at 14:33 CEST

Pollen Today

High 56/100

Today (20 September) pollen in Granite Falls is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are low.

Pollen Tomorrow

Moderate 33/100

Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed declining, grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected.

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)
Low
10/100
Willow (Salicaceae)
None
0/100
Mugwort (Artemisia)
Low
17/100
Ragweed (Ambrosia)
High
56/100

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)
None
0/100
Willow (Salicaceae)
None
0/100
Mugwort (Artemisia)
None
0/100
Ragweed (Ambrosia)
Moderate
33/100
ENVIRONMENT & ANALYSIS

Local Environmental Conditions

Around Granite Falls, along the damp banks, hazel and willow release some of the year's first tree pollen; this sits not far from here. Located just outside the immediate area, this area has a nearby park's turf and ornamental trees layer grass and ragweed pollen onto the seasonal mix. Local readings for the surrounding area tend to follow this same general pattern.

Around Granite Falls, near the bank, hazel and willow lead the seasonal calendar, arriving ahead of the rest of the season, cresting around late winter. Grass pollen becomes the dominant allergen through late spring, peaking in June, before ragweed pollen takes center stage across mid-August into October. Regional pollen monitoring generally reflects this same pattern across nearby areas.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Minnesota

Is pollen high in Granite Falls right now?

On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Granite Falls are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Granite Falls tomorrow?

On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Granite Falls will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Granite Falls this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Granite Falls?

On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Granite Falls. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.

When is pollen season in Granite Falls?
Around Granite Falls, near the bank, hazel and willow lead the seasonal calendar, arriving ahead of the rest of the season, cresting around late winter. Grass pollen becomes the dominant allergen through late spring, peaking in June, before ragweed pollen takes center stage across mid-August into October. Regional pollen monitoring generally reflects this same pattern across nearby areas.
How often is the Granite Falls pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Granite Falls 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 Granite Falls 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 Granite Falls, 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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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. This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Granite Falls.

Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 20 September 2026 at 14:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

Methodology & Technology

Our forecasts utilize high-resolution satellite imagery from the Copernicus Sentinel-5P mission combined with a proprietary network of ground-based IoT sensors. Pollen forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset in a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

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Disclaimer

The information provided is for environmental awareness only and does not constitute medical advice. Athletes with known respiratory conditions or severe allergies should consult their physician before participating in strenuous outdoor activities based on these forecasts.

Some text on this page may be generated or summarised using artificial intelligence (AI). Wherever possible, AI-generated content is enriched with Airmine's proprietary data to improve its accuracy and relevance. However, AI-generated content may still contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.