Brownsville pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Brownsville is medium; ragweed is medium; grass and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - grass remains low, mugwort remains low, ragweed remains medium, cypress at low levels. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase; cypress will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Brownsville's subtropical setting on the Rio Grande Delta features palm, mesquite, and introduced ash as the main tree pollen sources in parks and along streets, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding South Texas brush country and coastal grasslands contribute seasonal grass and shrub pollen, while Gulf breezes from the nearby coast can periodically disperse urban pollen.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    2/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    10/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    30/100

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 - 10 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    3/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    5/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    16/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    35/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Brownsville right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Brownsville are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Brownsville tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Brownsville will be different from today, with ambrosia at medium levels, artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Brownsville this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Brownsville?

On 9 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Brownsville. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Brownsville?
Brownsville's subtropical setting on the Rio Grande Delta produces a near year-round pollen season, with palm, mesquite, and introduced ash contributing through winter and spring. Grass pollen peaks through spring and early summer, while Gulf breezes from the nearby coast can periodically disperse pollen. The flat, open South Texas coastal landscape allows pollen from surrounding brush country and agricultural land to move readily across the city.
How often is the Brownsville pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Brownsville 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 Brownsville 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 Brownsville, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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