Bradenton pollen forecast — IMG Academy's Football Field neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in IMG Academy's Football Field, Bradenton is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort remains low, ragweed remains high, grass increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 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 | 24/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 21/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 58/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 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) | Moderate | 28/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 25/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 62/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
IMG Academy's Football Field is set in the Bradenton suburban landscape of Manatee County, Florida, with live oak, palm, and pine as the main surrounding tree pollen sources. Surrounding Florida wetlands and coastal grasslands contribute grass and reed pollen, while the subtropical Gulf Coast climate supports an extended year-round pollen season and the flat open Florida landscape allows pollen to disperse widely throughout this elite sports academy setting.
Like the rest of Bradenton, IMG Academy's Football Field experiences a season that opens with oak and pine from January with cypress following close behind through February. Grass pollen runs high across most of the year without a single defined peak, and high humidity keeps mold counts elevated for much of the year. Florida's subtropical climate means there is no sharp winter break in the pollen calendar, a defining feature of the local season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Florida
Is pollen high in Bradenton right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Bradenton are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Bradenton tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Bradenton will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at low levels and grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Bradenton 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 Bradenton?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Bradenton. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Bradenton?
How often is the Bradenton pollen forecast updated?
The Bradenton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Bradenton 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 Bradenton 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 Bradenton, 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/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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