SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO THE INDUSTRIAL CITY, South San Francisco Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO THE INDUSTRIAL CITY, South San Francisco is moderate; ragweed is moderate; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 29/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 5/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 14/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 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) | Moderate | 35/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 14/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This location in South San Francisco is densely built up, with some open grassland. Lawns and planted trees in a nearby park add to local grass and tree pollen. Of the allergenic trees nearby, oak matters most, while cypress also contributes. Compared with most places, mugwort is especially widespread here, which makes it one of the key local allergens.
Cypress opens the pollen season in mid-spring. Oak follows in early summer, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Then come the grasses, strongest in early fall and fading by mid-fall. Mugwort and plantain bring the strongest peak of the year through summer. Winter 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 California
Is pollen high in South San Francisco right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in South San Francisco are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in South San Francisco tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in South San Francisco will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco?
On 11 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in South San Francisco. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in South San Francisco?
How often is the South San Francisco pollen forecast updated?
The South San Francisco pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco, 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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