Ironton pollen forecast — Rankin Historic District neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Rankin Historic District, Ironton is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains moderate, grass declining, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; ragweed will decrease.
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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 | 35/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 5/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 48/100 |
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) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 32/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, some 450 meters out, hazel and willow crowd the water's edge, both classic sources of early allergenic pollen. Located roughly 300 meters to the north or south of here, this area has the park's turf and planted trees form a small but steady source of grass and ragweed pollen.
The water-adjacent hazel and willow are early risers, arriving ahead of the rest of the season, cresting around late winter. Grass pollen builds through late spring and peaks in June, before ragweed's late-summer surge carries the season into October. This general pattern holds fairly steady across the surrounding county from year to year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ohio
Is pollen high in Ironton right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Ironton are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Ironton tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Ironton will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels and grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Ironton this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Ironton?
On 20 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Ironton. ambrosia and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Ironton?
How often is the Ironton pollen forecast updated?
The Ironton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Ironton 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 Ironton 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 Ironton, 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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