Gateway District, Minneapolis Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Gateway District, Minneapolis is moderate; ragweed is moderate; mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) mugwort remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, ragweed declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 25/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 37/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 9/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 14/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 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) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 13/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 16/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Almost 75% of the area near this site in Minneapolis is built-up land, with some woodland. Maple heads the list of allergenic trees nearby, ahead of mulberry and oak. Grasses also feature strongly, alongside ragweed and mugwort among the weeds. Ragweed is unusually common here compared with most other locations, making it a particularly important local pollen source.
Tree pollen peaks in mid-spring, when the weather warms to around 5°C and maple, mulberry and oak are in full flower. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Ragweed and mugwort bring the strongest peak of the year 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 Minnesota
Is pollen high in Minneapolis right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Minneapolis are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Minneapolis tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Minneapolis will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels and ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Minneapolis this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Minneapolis?
On 11 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Minneapolis. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Minneapolis?
How often is the Minneapolis pollen forecast updated?
The Minneapolis pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis, 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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