Pictured Rocks pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Pictured Rocks is low; ragweed is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is lake Superior shoreline with northern hardwood and boreal forest. Cold lake temperatures delay pollen until June. Birch pollen is significant in May; the brief season intensifies in warm years.
The pollen season at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore mirrors Pictured Rocks overall, starting with maple and elm in March before oak takes over and peaks through April. Grass pollen then peaks through May and June, and ragweed extends the season into September. Warm, humid summers in this part of the Midwest favor a pronounced late-season ragweed peak, which shapes conditions at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore much as it does elsewhere in Pictured Rocks.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Michigan
Is pollen high in Pictured Rocks right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Pictured Rocks are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Pictured Rocks tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Pictured Rocks will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Pictured Rocks 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 Pictured Rocks?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Pictured Rocks. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Pictured Rocks?
How often is the Pictured Rocks pollen forecast updated?
The Pictured Rocks pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Pictured Rocks 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 Pictured Rocks 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 Pictured Rocks, 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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