Barton Springs Pool, Austin Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Barton Springs Pool, Austin is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) grass remains moderate, mugwort remains low, ragweed increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and ragweed will increase; mugwort will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 6 October
| 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 | 37/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 5/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 50/100 |
Tomorrow - 7 October
| 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 | 47/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 59/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 56% of the area near this part of Austin is woodland, with some built-up land and open grassland. Of the trees nearby, oak, juniper and elm are the ones that matter most for allergies. Grass pollen is plentiful, while ragweed and pigweed lead among the weeds. Compared with most places, ragweed is especially widespread here, which makes it one of the key local allergens.
Juniper and elm open the pollen season in midwinter. Tree pollen peaks in early spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and oak is in full flower. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. The most intense period comes from late summer into mid-fall, when ragweed and pigweed are in flower.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Texas
Is pollen high in Austin right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Austin are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Austin tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Austin will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels and ambrosia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Austin this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while ambrosia and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Austin?
On 6 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Austin. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Austin?
How often is the Austin pollen forecast updated?
The Austin pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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