Barton Creek Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Barton Creek is moderate; grass, ragweed, and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; mugwort and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) grass remains moderate, mugwort remains low, ragweed remains moderate, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, ragweed, and mold (cladosporium) will increase; mugwort and mold (alternaria) 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 | 34/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 39/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 18/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 27/100 |
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 | 44/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 49/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 17/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 22/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This site in Barton Creek is heavily wooded. With running water close by, riverside trees such as plane tree contribute to the local mix. Among allergenic trees nearby, juniper leads, followed by oak. Grass pollen is significant here, and ragweed and plantain contribute weed pollen. Juniper is unusually common here compared with most other locations, making it a particularly important local pollen source.
The pollen year starts in midwinter, when juniper flowers. Oak follows in early spring, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into mid-fall. The season closes with ragweed and plantain from late summer into mid-fall. The juniper period in midwinter is usually the most intense time of year here.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Texas
Is pollen high in Barton Creek right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Barton Creek are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Barton Creek tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Barton Creek will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Barton Creek 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 Barton Creek?
On 6 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Barton Creek. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Barton Creek?
How often is the Barton Creek pollen forecast updated?
The Barton Creek pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Barton Creek 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 Barton Creek 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 Barton Creek, 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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