Springfield, Ohio pollen forecast — Northern Heights neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Northern Heights, Springfield, Ohio is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass declining, ragweed declining, mugwort no longer expected.
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) | Moderate | 50/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 21/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 62/100 |
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 | 8/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 19/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The waterway's edge supports hazel and willow, species known for potent, wind-carried pollen; this sits a short trip out, around 500-600m. This area, some 300 meters out, has oak and birch trees, with birch pollen especially potent during its brief spring window. Comparable land cover in surrounding areas tends to produce a similar pollen mix overall.
Hazel and willow by the water are typically first out of the gate, usually the first pollen source active, peaking sometime in February or March. Woodland oak and birch pick up the pace next, through mid-to-late spring, typically the year's sharpest tree-pollen spell, centered on April and May. Late spring brings rising grass pollen that crests in June, handing off to ragweed, which peaks from mid-August through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ohio
Is pollen high in Springfield, Ohio right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Springfield, Ohio are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Springfield, Ohio tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Springfield, Ohio will be different from today, with ambrosia, grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Springfield, Ohio 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 Springfield, Ohio?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Springfield, Ohio. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Springfield, Ohio?
How often is the Springfield, Ohio pollen forecast updated?
The Springfield, Ohio pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Springfield, Ohio 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 Springfield, Ohio 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 Springfield, Ohio, 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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