Atlanta pollen forecast — Midtown Atlanta neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (12 September) pollen in Midtown Atlanta, Atlanta is high; ragweed is high; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (13 September 2026) ragweed remains high, grass increasing, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 12 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) | Low | 23/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 56/100 |
Tomorrow - 13 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) | High | 58/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 70/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Midtown Atlanta is a lush Piedmont forest with abundant pine, oak, and dogwood. Pine pollen blankets cars in a yellow-green dust every April — one of the most dramatic pollen events in the US. Tree season runs March through May.
As a neighborhood within Atlanta, Midtown Atlanta follows the same seasonal pollen curve, opening with cedar and elm from February with oak taking the lead through March and April. Grass pollen rises through April and May, and ragweed extends the weed season into September. The warm Southeast climate advances the season compared to more northern US regions, which shapes conditions at Midtown Atlanta much as it does elsewhere in Atlanta.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Georgia
Is pollen high in Atlanta right now?
On 12 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Atlanta are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Atlanta tomorrow?
On 13 September 2026, pollen conditions in Atlanta will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at low levels and grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Atlanta this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Atlanta?
On 12 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Atlanta. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Atlanta?
How often is the Atlanta pollen forecast updated?
The Atlanta pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta, 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 exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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