Indio pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Indio is high; mugwort is high; grass and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - ragweed remains low, 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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Indio's desert setting in the Coachella Valley means introduced palm, olive, and tamarisk are the main pollen sources in parks and along streets, with exposure varying between these irrigated green areas and the more arid urban core. Surrounding desert scrub and the agricultural fields of the valley floor contribute seasonal grass and crop pollen under prevailing valley winds.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    1/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    High

    57/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    8/100

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):

    Medium

    50/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    3/100

Air quality in Indio

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Indio right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Indio are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and ambrosia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Indio tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Indio will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels and artemisia continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Indio this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Indio?

On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Indio. grass and ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Indio?
Indio's desert pollen season is dominated by introduced palm, olive, and tamarisk from February through April. Native desert species including palo verde and ironwood contribute seasonally from March through May. The long, hot, dry Coachella Valley summer largely suppresses mid-season pollen, with a secondary grass peak possible after late summer rains. The enclosed valley setting concentrates pollen under calm spring conditions.
How often is the Indio pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Indio 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 Indio 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 Indio, 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.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Indio.

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