Yucca Valley pollen forecast — Black Rock Campground neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Black Rock Campground, Yucca Valley is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains moderate, mugwort declining, 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) | Moderate | 48/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 43/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 63/100 |
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) | Moderate | 26/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 42/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A stretch of tamarisk and cottonwood lines the water, feeding a small share of the season's tree pollen; this sits nearby. Seasonal timing here generally tracks the wider region, give or take a week or so. Surrounding neighborhoods with similar tree cover typically see a closely comparable pollen mix. As with most local readings, actual levels can vary somewhat with short-term weather swings.
Average temperatures range from about 8°C in January to 31°C in July, and rainfall is low year-round (around 124 mm annually). Pollen activity typically picks up as temperatures climb out of the January low, from around February onward.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Yucca Valley right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Yucca Valley are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Yucca Valley tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Yucca Valley will be different from today, with grass at moderate levels and ambrosia, artemisia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Yucca Valley 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 Yucca Valley?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Yucca Valley. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Yucca Valley?
How often is the Yucca Valley pollen forecast updated?
The Yucca Valley pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Yucca Valley 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 Yucca Valley 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 Yucca Valley, 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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