Wood River pollen forecast — Belk Park Golf Course neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Belk Park Golf Course, Wood River is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains low, ragweed declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 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 | 18/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 26/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 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 | 7/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 15/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, a short distance from here, hazel and willow grow along the bank, contributing some of the season's earliest allergenic pollen. Nearby, within the neighborhood's edge, a stand of oak and birch, the latter ranked among the region's most potent tree allergens. Located in the surrounding area, this area has parkland with regularly mown grass and planted trees, both sources of grass and ragweed pollen.
The bank's hazel and willow kick off the pollen season ahead of the rest, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. The woodland's oak and birch trees become the main pollen source by mid-spring, peaking in the heart of spring, generally April into May. Grass pollen becomes the dominant allergen through late spring, peaking in June, then gives way to ragweed, which drives the season's second major surge from mid-August into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Illinois
Is pollen high in Wood River right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Wood River are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Wood River tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Wood River will be different from today, with grass at low levels and ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Wood River this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Wood River?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Wood River. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Wood River?
How often is the Wood River pollen forecast updated?
The Wood River pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Wood River 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 Wood River 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 Wood River, 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/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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