Salton City Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Salton City is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mold (cladosporium) will increase; grass, mugwort, ragweed, and mold (alternaria) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 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) | Moderate | 29/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 12/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 70/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 20/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 20/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 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) | Moderate | 35/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 70/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 21/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 21/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The heart of Salton City is surrounded mainly by bare ground, which covers around 89% of the nearby area. A nearby park adds mown lawns and planted trees to the local pollen mix. Grasses and pigweed growing in the surroundings are the main non-tree sources of pollen. Local vegetation is sparse, so most pollen arrives on the wind from surrounding land.
Across the year, grass pollen dominates, building from early spring to a peak around late spring and lasting until midsummer. Pigweed keeps pollen in the air from early summer into early fall. Winters average around 10°C and summers around 35°C, and rain is scarce. Day to day, sunshine and wind lift the counts, while a spell of rain can bring them down sharply.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Salton City right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Salton City are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Salton City tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Salton City will be similar to today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Salton City 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 Salton City?
On 7 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Salton City. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Salton City?
How often is the Salton City pollen forecast updated?
The Salton City pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Salton 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 Salton 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 Salton 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.
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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