Gunbarrel Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Gunbarrel is moderate; ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, ragweed declining, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 3/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 34/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 37/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| 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) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Alternaria | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 35/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 41% of the area near the center of Gunbarrel is built-up land, with a good deal of open grassland and woodland. Running water nearby means riverside trees such as poplar are part of the local pollen picture. The leading allergenic tree nearby is poplar, with juniper close behind. Grasses are a major source, with mugwort and pigweed adding to the weed pollen load.
Poplar and juniper lead the season in early spring, as temperatures climb to around 5°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in early summer and keep pollen in the air into early fall. The season closes with mugwort and pigweed from midsummer into early fall. Spring is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Colorado
Is pollen high in Gunbarrel right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Gunbarrel are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Gunbarrel tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Gunbarrel will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Gunbarrel this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Gunbarrel?
On 6 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Gunbarrel. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Gunbarrel?
How often is the Gunbarrel pollen forecast updated?
The Gunbarrel pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Gunbarrel 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 Gunbarrel 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 Gunbarrel, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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