Ypsilanti pollen forecast — Depot Town neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Depot Town, Ypsilanti is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains moderate, grass declining, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; grass and ragweed will decrease.
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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) | Moderate | 37/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 50/100 |
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 | 25/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 38/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, only about 100 meters off, hazel and willow crowd the water's edge, both classic sources of early allergenic pollen. Nearby, practically next door, 100 meters off, forest where oak and birch make up much of the canopy, driving spring pollen counts. This area, immediately nearby, about 100 meters off, has the park's turf and planted trees form a small but steady source of grass and ragweed pollen.
Along the waterway, hazel and willow release pollen first, hitting its peak before most trees have even budded, around late winter into March. By mid-spring, oak and birch in the woods take over, peaking in the heart of spring, generally April into May. Grass pollen takes over next, building to a peak around June, followed by ragweed's own peak stretch from mid-August into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Michigan
Is pollen high in Ypsilanti right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Ypsilanti are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Ypsilanti tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Ypsilanti will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels and grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Ypsilanti this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and grass 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 Ypsilanti?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Ypsilanti. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Ypsilanti?
How often is the Ypsilanti pollen forecast updated?
The Ypsilanti pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Ypsilanti 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 Ypsilanti 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 Ypsilanti, 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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