Amarillo pollen forecast — Palo Duro Canyon State Park neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Palo Duro Canyon State Park, Amarillo is moderate; grass is moderate; mugwort and ragweed are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains moderate, 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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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 | 38/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 3/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 6/100 |
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 | 31/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Palo Duro Canyon State Park, a dramatic canyon of red rock and juniper south of the city, shares its vegetation profile with the broader Amarillo area, so pollen exposure here tracks the same regional sources found across the city. Visitors should expect roughly the same seasonal pattern as elsewhere in the city, with only minor local variation.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park tracks Amarillo's broader pollen pattern, with mountain cedar appearing from December with oak and elm taking the lead through March. Grass follows, peaking through April and May, while ragweed extends the season into October. The intense December-through-February mountain cedar season is a distinctive feature of this part of Texas, which shapes conditions at Palo Duro Canyon State Park much as it does elsewhere in Amarillo.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Texas
Is pollen high in Amarillo right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Amarillo are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Amarillo tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Amarillo will be different from today, with grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Amarillo this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Amarillo?
On 20 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Amarillo. artemisia and ambrosia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Amarillo?
How often is the Amarillo pollen forecast updated?
The Amarillo pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Amarillo 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 Amarillo 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 Amarillo, 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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