Ouray pollen forecast — West Gold Hill Dinosaur Trackway neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in West Gold Hill Dinosaur Trackway, Ouray is low; ragweed is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains low, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; grass and ragweed will remain stable.
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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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 3/100 |
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) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 14/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Aspen and willow thrive along the cold mountain bank, both common subalpine streamside trees, near this part of town. Woodland dominated by lodgepole pine and quaking aspen, both contributing to the high country's spring pollen; this sits in the surrounding area. Local wind exposure and land use can shift the exact mix slightly from block to block.
Temperatures here typically swing from about -12°C in January up to 14°C in July; the 553 mm annual rainfall is spread fairly evenly across the year. Expect pollen activity to start building from around February, tracking the rise in temperature out of the January low.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Colorado
Is pollen high in Ouray right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Ouray are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Ouray tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Ouray will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Ouray this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Ouray?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Ouray. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Ouray?
How often is the Ouray pollen forecast updated?
The Ouray pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Ouray 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 Ouray 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 Ouray, 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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