Owatonna pollen forecast — Owatonna Country Club neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Owatonna Country Club, Owatonna is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed declining, 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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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 | 8/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 13/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 48/100 |
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 | 15/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
At Owatonna Country Club, nearby, within the neighborhood's edge, hazel and willow cluster near the water, an early and reliable source of allergenic pollen. Here, close to home here, oak and birch dominating the treeline, both heavy contributors to the spring pollen load. Here, just around the area, a stretch of mown parkland where turf and ornamental trees feed local grass and ragweed pollen.
In Owatonna Country Club, hazel and willow along the water get the season underway before other species, usually peaking sometime between late winter and the end of March. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its June high, and then ragweed picks up the slack, running from mid-August through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Minnesota
Is pollen high in Owatonna right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Owatonna are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Owatonna tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Owatonna will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Owatonna this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Owatonna?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Owatonna. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Owatonna?
How often is the Owatonna pollen forecast updated?
The Owatonna pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Owatonna 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 Owatonna 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 Owatonna, 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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