Augusta pollen forecast — Augusta National Golf Club – Championship Course neighborhood

Today (16 July) pollen in Augusta National Golf Club – Championship Course, Augusta 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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Augusta National Golf Club's Georgia Piedmont setting features loblolly pine, dogwood, and azalea as the main pollen sources across the iconic Masters course, with exposure varying between the densely wooded sections and the more open fairways. The Rae's Creek corridor contributes locally significant riparian pollen, while the famous flowering of azalea and dogwood in April coincides with peak tree pollen release and surrounding Georgia Piedmont woodland extends exposure throughout the season.

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

    17/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    14/100

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

    17/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    13/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Augusta right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Augusta tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Augusta 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 Augusta?

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

When is pollen season in Augusta?
Augusta National Golf Club – Championship Course's pollen season lines up with the rest of Augusta, starting with cedar and elm in February with oak taking the lead through March and April. Peak grass pollen arrives in April and May, and a modest late-summer weed pollen tail continues into September. Mild winters across the Southeast push the pollen calendar earlier than in most of the country, a defining feature of the local season.
How often is the Augusta pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Augusta 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 Augusta 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 Augusta, 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 Augusta National Golf Club – Championship Course, Augusta.

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