Kelso Dunes Mine, Twentynine Palms Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Kelso Dunes Mine, Twentynine Palms is moderate; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; mugwort, ragweed, and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) ragweed remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) declining, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase.
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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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 2/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 25/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 21/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 28/100 |
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 | 19/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 10/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 97% of the area near this location in Twentynine Palms is bare ground. With much of the immediate area made up of bare ground, local pollen production is limited, though pollen can still drift in from surrounding land. Grasses and ragweed growing in the surroundings are the main non-tree sources of pollen.
Through the year, grass pollen dominates, building from early spring to a peak around late spring and lasting until midsummer. Ragweed keeps pollen in the air from late summer into mid-fall. Here, temperatures range from around 10°C in the coldest month to around 35°C in the warmest, and rain is scarce.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Twentynine Palms right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Twentynine Palms are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Twentynine Palms tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Twentynine Palms will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Twentynine Palms 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 Twentynine Palms?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Twentynine Palms. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Twentynine Palms?
How often is the Twentynine Palms pollen forecast updated?
The Twentynine Palms pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Twentynine Palms 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 Twentynine Palms 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 Twentynine Palms, 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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