Balm of Gilead Campground, Nipomo Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Balm of Gilead Campground, Nipomo is low; grass, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) grass remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, ragweed increasing, mold (cladosporium) increasing, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 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 | 14/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 17/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 16/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 22/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 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 | 24/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 21/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 31/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This part of Nipomo is surrounded mainly by woodland, with some scrubland. A watercourse nearby means riverside vegetation is part of the local pollen picture. Common allergenic trees nearby include oak. Grass pollen is a substantial part of the local mix as well. Around here, scrubland contributes pollen from shrubs, grasses and herbs.
Tree pollen comes first, with oak in flower through spring. From mid-spring, grass pollen rises to a peak around late spring before easing off by midsummer. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Locally, temperatures range from around 10°C in the coldest month to around 20°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 Nipomo right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Nipomo are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Nipomo tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Nipomo will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels and ambrosia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Nipomo this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Nipomo?
On 6 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Nipomo. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Nipomo?
How often is the Nipomo pollen forecast updated?
The Nipomo pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Nipomo 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 Nipomo 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 Nipomo, 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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