Safford pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Safford is high; mugwort and ragweed are high; grass is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort remains high, ragweed remains high, grass increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease.
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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) | Moderate | 49/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 52/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 65/100 |
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) | High | 53/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 56/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 70/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The vegetation around Safford, on an irrigated farming valley along the Gila River in southeastern Arizona, is dominated by irrigated cotton fields and mesquite brush, with riverside cottonwood adding further seasonal pollen exposure. None of this is unusual for a town with Safford's particular mix of terrain and plant life. As with most of the region, counts tend to build gradually rather than spike overnight.
The pollen calendar in Safford opens with palo verde and mesquite starting January then mulberry follows, running through February. Grass pollen then peaks through March and April, and summer monsoon rains from July through September trigger a second, smaller pollen peak. Little spring rainfall means few natural breaks in pollen release once the season starts throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Arizona
Is pollen high in Safford right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Safford are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Safford tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Safford will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at high levels and grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Safford 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 Safford?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Safford. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Safford?
How often is the Safford pollen forecast updated?
The Safford pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Safford 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 Safford 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 Safford, 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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