Saint Paul pollen forecast — Como neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Como, Saint Paul is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed declining, grass no longer expected, mugwort 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) | Low | 9/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 9/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 61/100 |
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) | Moderate | 40/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Nearby, within the neighborhood's edge, moisture-loving hazel and willow dominate the bank, both quick to release pollen on the wind. This area, within the neighborhood, has woods composed largely of oak and birch, a combination tied to sharp spring pollen spikes. Here, close to this spot, parkland with regularly mown grass and planted trees, both sources of grass and ragweed pollen.
Hazel and willow along the water get the season underway before other species, hitting its peak before most trees have even budded, around late winter into March. Once hazel fades, oak and birch in the woods carry the season forward, cresting around April and May in the year's sharpest tree-pollen spike. Grass pollen takes over next, building to a peak around June, then gives way to ragweed, which drives the season's second major surge from mid-August into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Minnesota
Is pollen high in Saint Paul right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Saint Paul are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Saint Paul tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Saint Paul will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Saint Paul. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Saint Paul?
How often is the Saint Paul pollen forecast updated?
The Saint Paul pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul, 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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