Saratoga pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Saratoga is medium; mugwort and ragweed are medium; grass is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Saratoga sits on the North Platte River valley in the Sierra Madre foothills, where the dominant vegetation is a mix of cottonwood along the river, sagebrush flats, and limber pine on the foothills, shaping the local pollen profile across the seasons. Seasonal timing here follows the broader regional pattern typical of this part of the country. Residents who spend time outdoors around Saratoga typically notice the shift as each season turns over.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    20/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Medium

    32/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    38/100

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 - 10 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    16/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Medium

    33/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    39/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Saratoga right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Saratoga are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Saratoga tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Saratoga will be similar to today, with ambrosia at medium levels, artemisia at medium levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Saratoga 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 Saratoga?

On 9 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Saratoga. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Saratoga?
In Saratoga, pollen season begins with juniper and cottonwood starting in March then ash builds through April. Grass follows, peaking through May and June, while grass pollen lingers into early September before tapering off. Low humidity and high elevation mean pollen disperses easily once released, shaping conditions across the city.
How often is the Saratoga pollen forecast updated?

The Saratoga pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Saratoga 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 Saratoga 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 Saratoga, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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