Cape Coral pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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Cape Coral's subtropical setting and extensive canal network feature palm, oak, and Australian pine as the main tree pollen sources along streets and in parks, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Florida wetlands and coastal grasslands contribute grass and reed pollen, while the flat, open landscape allows pollen to disperse readily across the city.

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):

    Medium

    33/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    52/100

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):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    31/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    50/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Cape Coral right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Cape Coral are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Cape Coral tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Cape Coral will be different from today, with grass at medium levels and ambrosia continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Cape Coral this week?

According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Cape Coral?

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

When is pollen season in Cape Coral?
Cape Coral's subtropical Florida setting produces an extended pollen season, with oak, pine, and palm contributing from January through spring. Grass pollen peaks through March and April, with a secondary peak after summer rains. The flat, low-lying coastal landscape and surrounding Lee County wetlands contribute substantial grass and reed pollen, while the warm, humid climate supports one of the longer pollen seasons of any US city.
How often is the Cape Coral pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral, 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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