Matanzas State Forest, Butler Beach Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Matanzas State Forest, Butler Beach is low; grass, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) ragweed remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, grass increasing, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will increase; grass, mugwort, and ragweed 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) | Low | 10/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 4/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 8/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 15/100 |
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 | 27/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 22/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 7/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 15/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around this part of Butler Beach is heavily wooded. Oak is the most prominent allergenic tree nearby, with juniper also present. Grass pollen is significant here, and pigweed contributes weed pollen. Undergrowth, clearings and woodland edges add smaller amounts of grass and herb pollen. Much of the pollen in dense woodland is released high in the canopy, where the wind carries it easily.
Tree pollen peaks in early spring, when the weather warms to around 20°C and oak and juniper are in full flower. Then come the grasses, strongest in mid-spring and fading by mid-fall. Pigweed brings a final peak from early summer into early fall. In warm, humid weather from early summer into early winter, mold spores add to the mix, especially after rain.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Florida
Is pollen high in Butler Beach right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Butler Beach are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Butler Beach tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Butler Beach will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, ambrosia at low levels and grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Butler Beach this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Butler Beach?
On 6 October 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Butler Beach. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Butler Beach?
How often is the Butler Beach pollen forecast updated?
The Butler Beach pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Butler Beach 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 Butler Beach 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 Butler Beach, 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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