West Bend pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Updated: 2 September 2026 at 16:08 CEST

Pollen Today

High 66/100

Today (2 September) pollen in West Bend is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low.

Pollen Tomorrow

High 55/100

Tomorrow (3 September 2026) grass remains moderate, ragweed remains high, 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)
Moderate
36/100
Willow (Salicaceae)
None
0/100
Mugwort (Artemisia)
Low
3/100
Ragweed (Ambrosia)
High
66/100

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
27/100
Willow (Salicaceae)
None
0/100
Mugwort (Artemisia)
None
0/100
Ragweed (Ambrosia)
High
55/100
ENVIRONMENT & ANALYSIS

Local Environmental Conditions

Located close by, this area has the nearest stream or river hosts hazel and willow, two of the most allergenic early-season trees. Nearby, just outside the immediate area, a park where mown turf grass and ornamental trees add grass and ragweed pollen. Surrounding neighborhoods with similar tree cover typically see a closely comparable pollen mix.

Water-edge hazel and willow are usually the first allergenic trees active here, climbing steadily from late winter into March. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its June high, with ragweed climbing to its own high point from mid-August through October. Local weather swings can shift these windows slightly, but the overall order tends to hold.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Wisconsin

Is pollen high in West Bend right now?

On 2 September 2026, overall pollen levels in West Bend are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in West Bend tomorrow?

On 3 September 2026, pollen conditions in West Bend will be different from today, with grass at moderate levels, ambrosia at high levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in West Bend this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in West Bend?

On 2 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in West Bend. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in West Bend?
Water-edge hazel and willow are usually the first allergenic trees active here, climbing steadily from late winter into March. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its June high, with ragweed climbing to its own high point from mid-August through October. Local weather swings can shift these windows slightly, but the overall order tends to hold.
How often is the West Bend pollen forecast updated?

The West Bend pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in West Bend 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 West Bend 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 West Bend, 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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Airmine uses satellite data to calculate pollen, updated four times daily. 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. This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for West Bend.

Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 2 September 2026 at 16:08 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

Methodology & Technology

Our forecasts utilize high-resolution satellite imagery from the Copernicus Sentinel-5P mission combined with a proprietary network of ground-based IoT sensors.

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Disclaimer

The information provided is for environmental awareness only and does not constitute medical advice. Athletes with known respiratory conditions or severe allergies should consult their physician before participating in strenuous outdoor activities based on these forecasts.

Some text on this page may be generated or summarised using artificial intelligence (AI). Wherever possible, AI-generated content is enriched with Airmine's proprietary data to improve its accuracy and relevance. However, AI-generated content may still contain errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.