Indio pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Indio is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains moderate, ragweed remains high, mugwort declining.
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) | Moderate | 48/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 70/100 |
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) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 58/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
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.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Indio right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Indio are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Indio tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Indio will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, grass at moderate levels and artemisia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Indio 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 Indio?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Indio. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Indio?
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.
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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