Waterville pollen forecast — Cannon Gate Park neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (2 September) pollen in Cannon Gate Park, Waterville is low; ragweed is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (3 September 2026) ragweed increasing, grass at moderate levels, mugwort at moderate levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease; 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 21/100 |
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) | Moderate | 36/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 33/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 61/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
At Cannon Gate Park, along the damp banks, hazel and willow release some of the year's first tree pollen; this sits close by. Here, just outside the immediate area, woodland where oak stands alongside birch, the latter especially aggressive as an allergen. Here, within the neighborhood, a park combining lawn grass and planted trees, both minor but real contributors to pollen here.
Around Cannon Gate Park, oak and birch in the nearby woodland follow in mid-to-late spring, reaching maximum intensity across the April-May window. Along the waterway, hazel and willow release pollen first, hitting its peak before most trees have even budded, around late winter into March. Grass pollen counts rise through late spring, reaching their peak around June, handing off to ragweed, which peaks from mid-August through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Minnesota
Is pollen high in Waterville right now?
On 2 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Waterville are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Waterville tomorrow?
On 3 September 2026, pollen conditions in Waterville will be different from today, with artemisia at moderate levels, grass at moderate levels and ambrosia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Waterville this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Waterville?
On 2 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Waterville. artemisia, cypress, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Waterville?
How often is the Waterville pollen forecast updated?
The Waterville pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Waterville 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 Waterville 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 Waterville, 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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