Atascocita pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Atascocita 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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Atascocita's parks and the Lake Houston corridor feature oak, pine, and sweet gum as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up suburban areas. Surrounding East Texas Piney Woods woodland and Gulf Coast prairie contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the flat coastal plain allows pollen to disperse readily under prevailing southerly winds.

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

    25/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    24/100

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

    15/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    15/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Atascocita right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Atascocita tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Atascocita 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 Atascocita?

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

When is pollen season in Atascocita?
Atascocita's suburban setting northeast of Houston opens with cedar and oak from late January in the mild Gulf Coast climate. Grass pollen follows through March and April, with ragweed extending the season into October. The flat Gulf Coast plain and surrounding woodland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the Lake Houston corridor adds local exposure under prevailing southerly winds throughout the extended season.
How often is the Atascocita pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Atascocita 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 Atascocita 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 Atascocita, 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 Atascocita.

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