Long Beach pollen forecast — Queen Mary neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Queen Mary, Long Beach is low; grass, mugwort, and ragweed are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains low, grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected.
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) | Low | 7/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 3/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 13/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 5/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Queen Mary, a historic ocean liner permanently docked at the harbor, shares its vegetation profile with the broader Long Beach area, so pollen exposure here tracks the same regional sources found across the city. Any difference from the citywide pattern here tends to be minor rather than a distinct microclimate.
Like the rest of Long Beach, Queen Mary experiences a season that opens with olive and acacia from January before eucalyptus takes over and peaks through February. Grass pollen then peaks through March and April, and light weed pollen carries into September. Mild year-round temperatures push the pollen calendar earlier than in most of the country, a pattern felt across this part of Long Beach.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Long Beach right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Long Beach are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Long Beach tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Long Beach will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Long Beach this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Long Beach?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Long Beach. grass and ambrosia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Long Beach?
How often is the Long Beach pollen forecast updated?
The Long Beach pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Long Beach 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach, 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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