Bellaire Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Bellaire is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort and ragweed will increase; grass, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 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 | 47/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 14/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 70/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 14/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 14/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 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 | 40/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 70/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 16/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 18/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Built-up land and woodland share the area around the heart of Bellaire. A nearby park adds mown lawns and planted trees to the local pollen mix. Of the allergenic trees nearby, oak matters most, while juniper also contributes. Grasses also feature strongly, alongside ragweed and pigweed among the weeds. Compared with most places, ragweed is especially widespread here, which makes it one of the key local allergens.
First to flower is juniper, in midwinter. Oak follows in early spring, as temperatures climb to around 20°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Then come the grasses, strongest in mid-spring and fading by mid-fall. The most intense period comes from late summer into mid-fall, when ragweed and pigweed are in flower. Rain is heaviest in spring, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Texas
Is pollen high in Bellaire right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Bellaire are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Bellaire tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Bellaire will be similar to today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Bellaire this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while ambrosia and artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Bellaire?
On 7 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Bellaire. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Bellaire?
How often is the Bellaire pollen forecast updated?
The Bellaire pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Bellaire 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 Bellaire 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 Bellaire, 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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