Ville Platte pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Ville Platte is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains moderate, ragweed remains high, mugwort declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and ragweed will increase; mugwort will decrease.
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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 | 40/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 27/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 70/100 |
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) | Moderate | 33/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 64/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Ville Platte's setting on flat prairie farmland in south-central Louisiana's Cajun Prairie supports rice and soybean fields, loblolly pine woodlots, and prairie grasses as the leading local vegetation, all factoring into the pollen count through the year. Seasonal timing here follows the broader regional pattern typical of this part of the country. Nearby towns with similar terrain tend to see a broadly similar pattern.
In Ville Platte, pollen season begins with oak and pine starting in January before cedar extends the tree season through February. A grass pollen peak follows through March and April; pigweed and ragweed keep weed pollen elevated into October. The warm, humid Gulf Coast climate supports an unusually extended spring pollen season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Louisiana
Is pollen high in Ville Platte right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Ville Platte are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Ville Platte tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Ville Platte will be different from today, with grass at moderate levels, ambrosia at high levels and artemisia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Ville Platte this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass and ambrosia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Ville Platte?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Ville Platte. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Ville Platte?
How often is the Ville Platte pollen forecast updated?
The Ville Platte pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Ville Platte 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 Ville Platte 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 Ville Platte, 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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