Hayward pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Hayward is medium; mugwort and ragweed are medium; cypress and grass are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - mugwort declining, ragweed declining. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase; cypress will remain stable. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Hayward's parks, including Garin Regional Park and the San Francisco Bay shoreline, feature oak, eucalyptus, and introduced trees as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding East Bay hills and the bay shoreline contribute substantial grass and tree pollen, while prevailing westerly winds carry marine air that can periodically disperse pollen across the city.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    14/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    19/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Medium

    36/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    45/100

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 - 10 August

  • 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

    10/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    21/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Hayward right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Hayward are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia, cypress, and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Hayward tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Hayward will be different from today, with ambrosia, artemisia continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Hayward 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 Hayward?

On 9 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Hayward. artemisia, cypress, and grass are also present but at lower levels.

When is pollen season in Hayward?
Hayward's pollen season in California opens with acacia and tree pollen from January in the mild East Bay climate. Oak follows through March and April, with grass peaking through April and May. The San Francisco Bay position means onshore westerly winds can periodically disperse pollen, while the East Bay hills contribute substantial grass and tree pollen under offshore conditions. The dry summer largely suppresses mid-season pollen.
How often is the Hayward pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Hayward 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 Hayward 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 Hayward, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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