Wausau pollen forecast — Riverview neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (2 September) pollen in Riverview, Wausau is high; ragweed is high; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (3 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; grass 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) | Low | 12/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 55/100 |
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) | Low | 20/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 65/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, just around the area, hazel and willow cluster near the water, an early and reliable source of allergenic pollen. This area, near this part of town, has the tree cover here leans heavily on oak and birch, both key drivers of spring pollen. The park's turf and planted trees form a small but steady source of grass and ragweed pollen, nearby.
Along the waterway, hazel and willow release pollen first, arriving ahead of the rest of the season, cresting around late winter. The nearby oak and birch stands take the lead as spring progresses, typically the year's sharpest tree-pollen spell, centered on April and May. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its June high, before ragweed's late-summer surge carries the season into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Wisconsin
Is pollen high in Wausau right now?
On 2 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Wausau are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Wausau tomorrow?
On 3 September 2026, pollen conditions in Wausau will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, ambrosia at high levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Wausau this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass and ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Wausau?
On 2 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Wausau. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Wausau?
How often is the Wausau pollen forecast updated?
The Wausau pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Wausau 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 Wausau 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 Wausau, 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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