The Battle of Palo Alto, Brownsville Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in The Battle of Palo Alto, Brownsville is high; grass is high; ragweed is moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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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) | High | 61/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 19/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 38/100 |
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) | High | 61/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 38/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around this location in Brownsville is open grassland, with a good deal of woodland. So much tree cover makes trees an important source of pollen locally. Grasses are also a significant pollen source here. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grasses take over in mid-spring, with temperatures around 25°C, and their pollen lingers into late fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Summer is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Texas
Is pollen high in Brownsville right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Brownsville are high. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Brownsville tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Brownsville will be similar to today, with grass at high levels, ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Brownsville this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, ambrosia, and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Brownsville?
On 6 October 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Brownsville. ambrosia and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Brownsville?
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.
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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