Quentin Corners, Kildeer Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Quentin Corners, Kildeer is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) ragweed declining, grass no longer expected, 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 - 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 | 23/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 24/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 35/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 10/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 60% of the area near this location in Kildeer is woodland, with some open grassland and built-up land. The damp ground beside a watercourse nearby supports trees, shrubs and reeds, adding to local pollen. Common allergenic trees nearby include oak, maple and pecan. Grasses and weeds such as ragweed round out the local mix.
Tree pollen peaks in late spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and oak, maple and pecan are in full flower. Then come the grasses, strongest in early summer and fading by early fall. The season closes with ragweed from late summer into mid-fall. Rain is heaviest in summer, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Kildeer right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Kildeer are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Kildeer tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Kildeer will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kildeer 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 Kildeer?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Kildeer. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Kildeer?
How often is the Kildeer pollen forecast updated?
The Kildeer pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kildeer 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 Kildeer 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 Kildeer, 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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