Apalachicola pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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

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Apalachicola's setting on a fishing town on Florida's Forgotten Coast supports longleaf pine flatwoods, tupelo swamp, and salt marsh as the leading local vegetation, all factoring into the pollen count through the year. Exposure varies with proximity to green space versus the more built-up parts of Apalachicola. Residents who spend time outdoors around Apalachicola typically notice the shift as each season turns over.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    5/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    9/100

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):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    8/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    12/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Apalachicola right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Apalachicola are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Apalachicola tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Apalachicola will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, ambrosia at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Apalachicola this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Apalachicola?

On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Apalachicola. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. artemisia, birch, cypress, oak, willow, and alder are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Apalachicola?
Apalachicola's pollen season opens with oak and pine from January with cypress following close behind through February. Grass pollen runs high across most of the year without a single defined peak, and warm, humid conditions keep mold spore counts elevated year-round. The subtropical climate produces a mild, extended pollen season with no sharp winter break, shaping conditions across the city.
How often is the Apalachicola pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Apalachicola 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 Apalachicola 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 Apalachicola, 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 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Apalachicola.

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