West Branch Township pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (30 August) pollen in West Branch Township is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar - grass remains moderate, ragweed remains moderate, mugwort increasing. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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West Branch Township has hazel and willow line the nearby bank, and their pollen carries easily on the wind. Around West Branch Township, a nearby green space's lawns and planted trees add a small share of grass and ragweed pollen. Soil and microclimate can push these levels slightly higher or lower.

Today - 30 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Moderate

    31/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    10/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Moderate

    28/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 31 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Moderate

    48/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    26/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Moderate

    45/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in West Branch Township right now?

On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in West Branch Township are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in West Branch Township tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in West Branch Township will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, grass at moderate levels and artemisia increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in West Branch Township 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 West Branch Township?

On 30 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in West Branch Township. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in West Branch Township?
Hazel and willow lead the calendar, with a peak around late winter through March. Grass pollen builds through late spring and peaks in June. Ragweed then takes over from mid-August through October.
How often is the West Branch Township pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in West Branch 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 West Branch 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 West Branch 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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