Macaíba pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Macaíba is low; cypress is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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Macaíba extends through the Rio Grande do Norte metropolitan fringe south of Natal, where native caatinga scrub, native Atlantic Forest remnants, and introduced urban trees are the main pollen sources. The tropical climate supports year-round pollen production, while the wet season from February to July provides the most frequent rainfall interruptions throughout this Natal southern metropolitan municipality.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    1/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Amaranthaceae:

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    1/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Amaranthaceae:

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Macaíba right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Macaíba are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Macaíba tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Macaíba will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Macaíba this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Macaíba?

On 16 July 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Macaíba. amaranthaceae and willow are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Macaíba?
Macaíba's tropical climate keeps native caatinga scrub and introduced urban trees pollen in the air year-round, with the clearest breaks coming during the wet season from February to July when rainfall is most frequent.
How often is the Macaíba pollen forecast updated?

The Macaíba pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Macaíba 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 Macaíba 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 Macaíba, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Macaíba.

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