Hammond pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (25 June) pollen in Hammond is medium; grass is medium; cypress is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - grass declining. Over the following five days grass will increase; cypress will remain stable. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
Hammond's Lake Michigan industrial setting features oak, maple, and cottonwood as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between the limited greener residential areas and the more built-up industrial and commercial corridors. The Grand Calumet River corridor provides locally significant green space, while the lake proximity creates temperature inversions that can concentrate pollen and the flat, open landscape allows pollen to disperse widely.
Today - 25 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
8/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Medium
38/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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 - 26 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Low
8/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Hammond right now?
On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Hammond are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Hammond tomorrow?
On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Hammond will be different from today, with grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Hammond this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Hammond?
On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Hammond. cypress are also present but at lower levels. hazel and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Hammond?
How often is the Hammond pollen forecast updated?
The Hammond pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Hammond 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 Hammond 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 Hammond, 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: 25 Jun 2026, 09:00 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Hammond.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
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