Parkway-South Sacramento, Parkway Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Parkway-South Sacramento, Parkway is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) grass remains moderate, ragweed remains high, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; grass, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Today - 7 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) | Moderate | 36/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 66/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 17/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 17/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 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) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 58/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 17/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 19/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This location in Parkway is densely built up, with some woodland. A nearby park adds mown lawns and planted trees to the local pollen mix. Oak is the most prominent allergenic tree nearby, with maple also present. Grass pollen is plentiful, while mugwort and plantain lead among the weeds. Locally, street trees, parks and lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts.
Tree pollen peaks in mid-spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and oak and maple are in full flower. Then come the grasses, strongest in late spring and fading by early fall. Mugwort and plantain bring a final peak through summer. Rain is heaviest in winter, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Parkway right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Parkway are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Parkway tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Parkway will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Parkway this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Parkway?
On 7 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Parkway. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Parkway?
How often is the Parkway pollen forecast updated?
The Parkway pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Parkway 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 Parkway 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 Parkway, 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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