Rapid City pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (25 June) pollen in Rapid City is low; grass is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - grass increasing, willow at low levels. Over the following five days grass and willow will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
Rapid City's parks and the Rapid Creek corridor feature elm, cottonwood, and pine as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. The Black Hills to the west contribute substantial pine and grass pollen, while surrounding South Dakota prairie and farmland contribute additional grass and crop pollen under prevailing westerly winds.
Today - 25 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Low
4/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.
Tomorrow - 26 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Medium
34/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
Low
25/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Rapid City right now?
On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Rapid City are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Rapid City tomorrow?
On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Rapid City will be different from today, with willow at low levels and grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Rapid City this week?
According to the five-day outlook, willow and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Rapid City?
On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Rapid City. willow, hazel, and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Rapid City?
How often is the Rapid City pollen forecast updated?
The Rapid City pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Rapid City 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 Rapid City 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 Rapid City, 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.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 25 Jun 2026, 09:00 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Rapid City.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
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