Parkridge Southside, Ypsilanti Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Parkridge Southside, Ypsilanti is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected, ragweed no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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Today - 10 October
| 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 | 26/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 23/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 38/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| 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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 46% of the area near this site in Ypsilanti is woodland, with a good deal of built-up land and some open grassland. A watercourse nearby means riverside trees such as willow, poplar and plane tree are part of the local pollen picture. Oak and maple are among the allergenic trees nearby. Grasses are a major source, with plantain and ragweed adding to the weed pollen load.
Tree pollen peaks in late spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and oak and maple are in full flower. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Plantain and ragweed bring a final peak from late spring into early fall. By late fall, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Michigan
Is pollen high in Ypsilanti right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Ypsilanti are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Ypsilanti tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Ypsilanti will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Ypsilanti this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, ambrosia, and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Ypsilanti?
On 10 October 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Ypsilanti. ambrosia 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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