Links Of English Meadows, Round Lake Park Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Links Of English Meadows, Round Lake Park is low; ragweed is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) ragweed increasing, grass at low levels, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 5/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 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) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 33/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 40% of the area near this location in Round Lake Park is woodland, with some built-up land and open grassland. Close to Round Lake, lakeside trees such as willow add to local tree pollen. Of the trees nearby, oak, maple and willow are the ones that matter most for allergies. Grasses also feature strongly, alongside ragweed among the weeds.
Oak, maple and willow lead the season in late spring, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. The season closes with ragweed from late summer into mid-fall. Summer is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Round Lake Park right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Round Lake Park are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Round Lake Park tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Round Lake Park will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels and ambrosia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Round Lake Park this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Round Lake Park?
On 11 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Round Lake Park. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Round Lake Park?
How often is the Round Lake Park pollen forecast updated?
The Round Lake Park pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Round Lake Park 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 Round Lake Park 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 Round Lake Park, 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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