Kettleman City Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Kettleman City is moderate; ragweed and mold (alternaria) are moderate; grass and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) grass remains low, ragweed remains moderate, mold (alternaria) declining, mold (cladosporium) increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, and mold (alternaria) will increase; mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| 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) | Low | 3/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 41/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 30/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 25/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| 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 | 3/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 41/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 30/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around this location in Kettleman City is mostly open grassland, with some built-up land. Close to running water, riverside vegetation contributes to what is in the air. Around here, open grassland adds grass and weed pollen. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Through the year, grass pollen dominates, building from early spring to a peak around late spring and lasting until midsummer. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall, from plants on verges and waste ground. Temperatures range from around 10°C in the coldest month to around 30°C in the warmest, with most rain falling in the cooler months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Kettleman City right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Kettleman City are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Kettleman City tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Kettleman City will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kettleman City 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 Kettleman City?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Kettleman City. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kettleman City?
How often is the Kettleman City pollen forecast updated?
The Kettleman City pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kettleman City 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 Kettleman City 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 Kettleman City, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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