Wauconda Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Wauconda is moderate; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; grass, mugwort, and ragweed are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) ragweed remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, mold (alternaria) declining, grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| 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 | 6/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 10/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 31/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 48/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| 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 | 11/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 36/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 53% of the area near the heart of Wauconda is woodland, with a good deal of open grassland. Close to the Fox River, riverside vegetation adds to local tree pollen. The key allergenic tree nearby is maple. Grasses and weeds such as ragweed round out the local mix. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load.
Maple leads the season in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 10°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. The season closes with ragweed from late summer into mid-fall. Summer is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. By late fall, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Wauconda right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Wauconda are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Wauconda tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Wauconda will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Wauconda this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Wauconda?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Wauconda. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Wauconda?
How often is the Wauconda pollen forecast updated?
The Wauconda pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Wauconda 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 Wauconda 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 Wauconda, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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