Wapakoneta pollen forecast — Northridge Heights neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Northridge Heights, Wapakoneta 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 | 49/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 21/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 67/100 |
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 | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Nearby, positioned about 400-500m from the neighborhood, a waterway supports hazel and willow along its bank, both strongly allergenic wind-pollinated species. This area, within easy reach at 500-600m, has a wooded area built around oak and birch, both contributing heavily to the region's spring pollen totals. A stretch of mown parkland where turf and ornamental trees feed local grass and ragweed pollen, about 400 meters off.
Hazel and willow near the water open the pollen calendar early, building through the tail end of winter into March. Oak and birch in the nearby woodland follow in mid-to-late spring, usually peaking from April into May. Grass pollen becomes the dominant allergen through late spring, peaking in June, with ragweed then rising to the fore from mid-August through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ohio
Is pollen high in Wapakoneta right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Wapakoneta are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Wapakoneta tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Wapakoneta will be different from today, with ambrosia, grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Wapakoneta 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 Wapakoneta?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Wapakoneta. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Wapakoneta?
How often is the Wapakoneta pollen forecast updated?
The Wapakoneta pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Wapakoneta 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 Wapakoneta 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 Wapakoneta, 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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