Needles pollen forecast — Fort Piute neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Fort Piute, Needles is high; grass and ragweed are high; mugwort is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort remains moderate, grass declining, ragweed declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week ragweed will increase; grass and mugwort 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) | High | 54/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 43/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 51/100 |
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) | Moderate | 45/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 34/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 44/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, a short distance from here, this patch of desert woodland is largely mesquite and palo verde, typical of the surrounding desert. Year-to-year swings in rainfall and wind can shift this picture somewhat either way. Comparable land cover in surrounding areas tends to produce a similar pollen mix overall. Local microclimate and soil conditions can push these figures slightly higher or lower.
Average temperatures range from about 8°C in January to 34°C in July, and rainfall is low year-round (around 153 mm annually). Pollen activity typically picks up as temperatures climb out of the January low, from around February onward.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Needles right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Needles are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Needles tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Needles will be different from today, with artemisia at moderate levels and ambrosia, grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Needles this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while ambrosia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Needles?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Needles. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Needles?
How often is the Needles pollen forecast updated?
The Needles pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Needles 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 Needles 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 Needles, 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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