Hi-Desert Nature Museum, Yucca Valley Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Hi-Desert Nature Museum, Yucca Valley is moderate; ragweed and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; mold (alternaria) is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) ragweed remains moderate, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase.
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Pollen Risk
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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 32/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 20/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 26/100 |
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) | Moderate | 30/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 17/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This site in Yucca Valley sits among a blend of built-up land and scrubland, plus some bare ground. Lawns and planted trees in a nearby park add to local grass and tree pollen. Oak is the most prominent allergenic tree nearby, with juniper also present. Grasses also feature strongly, alongside ragweed and pigweed among the weeds.
Oak and juniper lead the season in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Then come the grasses, strongest in late spring and fading by early fall. Later, ragweed and pigweed keep weed pollen in the air from late summer into mid-fall. In this dry climate, pollen can linger in the air for long spells without rain.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in California
Is pollen high in Yucca Valley right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Yucca Valley are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Yucca Valley tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Yucca Valley will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels
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 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Yucca Valley. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
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 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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