Sherman, Illinois pollen forecast — Old Hickory neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Old Hickory, Sherman, Illinois is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
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 | 20/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 41/100 |
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) | Low | 10/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 29/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Old Hickory — Here, only about 86 meters off, hazel and willow line the water's edge, releasing pollen that carries easily on the wind. Woods composed largely of oak and birch, a combination tied to sharp spring pollen spikes; this sits at around 722m distant. Located roughly 497m away, this area has a green space of mown lawn and planted trees, both feeding into local grass and ragweed counts.
Hazel and willow near the water open the pollen calendar early, peaking in late winter through March. The nearby oak and birch stands take the lead as spring progresses, typically landing in April and May. Through late spring, grass pollen climbs steadily toward its June peak, before ragweed becomes the more dominant allergen from mid-August into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Sherman, Illinois right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Sherman, Illinois are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Sherman, Illinois tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Sherman, Illinois will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Sherman, Illinois 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 Sherman, Illinois?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Sherman, Illinois. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Sherman, Illinois?
How often is the Sherman, Illinois pollen forecast updated?
The Sherman, Illinois pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Sherman, Illinois 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 Sherman, Illinois 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 Sherman, Illinois, 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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