Skevanston, Skokie Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Skevanston, Skokie is low; grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) ragweed remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 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) | Low | 8/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 6/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 9/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 15/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 22/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 10/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 16/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around this site in Skokie is woodland, with a good deal of built-up land. With a watercourse close by, riverside trees such as poplar and plane tree contribute to the local mix. Of the allergenic trees nearby, oak matters most, while maple and pecan also contribute. Grasses are a major source, with ragweed and plantain adding to the weed pollen load.
Tree pollen peaks in late spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and oak, maple and pecan are in full flower. Grass pollen follows, peaking in early summer and easing off by early fall. Later, ragweed and plantain keep weed pollen in the air from late summer into mid-fall. Summer is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Skokie right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Skokie are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Skokie tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Skokie will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Skokie 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 Skokie?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Skokie. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Skokie?
How often is the Skokie pollen forecast updated?
The Skokie pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Skokie 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 Skokie 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 Skokie, 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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