Waterford Township pollen forecast — Pontiac Country Club neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (2 September) pollen in Pontiac Country Club, Waterford Township is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (3 September 2026) ragweed declining, grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase; cypress will remain stable.
Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset. Airmine's estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily. Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA) Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 2 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 | 22/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 9/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 52/100 |
Tomorrow - 3 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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 23/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, close to this spot, moisture-loving hazel and willow dominate the bank, both quick to release pollen on the wind. Woods composed largely of oak and birch, a combination tied to sharp spring pollen spikes; this sits close to home here. Located just around the area, this area has mown grass and ornamental trees in a nearby park, adding to seasonal grass and ragweed pollen.
Hazel and willow along the water get the season underway before other species, getting an early start, typically cresting between February and March. Oak and birch nearby take over the pollen calendar through mid-spring, generally peaking somewhere between April and May. Through late spring, grass pollen climbs steadily toward its June peak, then yields to ragweed, the dominant late-summer and fall allergen through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Michigan
Is pollen high in Waterford Township right now?
On 2 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Waterford Township are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Waterford Township tomorrow?
On 3 September 2026, pollen conditions in Waterford Township will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Waterford Township 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 Waterford Township?
On 2 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Waterford Township. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Waterford Township?
How often is the Waterford Township pollen forecast updated?
The Waterford Township pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Waterford Township 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 Waterford Township 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 Waterford Township, 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 exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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