Upper Alton pollen forecast — Leverett Place neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Leverett Place, Upper Alton 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 | 23/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 44/100 |
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 | 13/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 33/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Leverett Place — Hazel and willow line the water's edge, releasing pollen that carries easily on the wind; this sits within 68m of this spot. Nearby weather stations report comparable trends across the broader stretch of the county. Small shifts in elevation or soil type can move these figures a little either way.
Along the waterway, hazel and willow release pollen first, peaking in late winter through March. Grass pollen builds through late spring and peaks in June, and ragweed later takes the lead from mid-August through October. Daily pollen counts published for the wider region track this same seasonal rhythm closely. Warmer or wetter years can pull these peaks a week or two earlier or later.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Upper Alton right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Upper Alton are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Upper Alton tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Upper Alton will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Upper Alton 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 Upper Alton?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Upper Alton. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Upper Alton?
How often is the Upper Alton pollen forecast updated?
The Upper Alton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Upper Alton 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 Upper Alton 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 Upper Alton, 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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