Espantosa Lake, Carrizo Springs Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (6 October) pollen in Espantosa Lake, Carrizo Springs is high; grass is high; ragweed and mold (cladosporium) are moderate; mugwort and mold (alternaria) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (7 October 2026) grass remains high, mugwort remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, ragweed increasing, mold (cladosporium) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) 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) | High | 55/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 49/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 22/100 |
| Cladosporium | Moderate | 29/100 |
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 | 63/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 56/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 20/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around this part of Carrizo Springs is mostly scrubland, with some farmland. The damp ground beside a watercourse nearby supports trees, shrubs and reeds, adding to local pollen. Around here, open grassland and farmland add grass and weed pollen; scrubland contributes pollen from shrubs, grasses and herbs. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Through the seasons, tree pollen comes first, peaking around early spring. Then come the grasses, with a peak around late spring that eases by late summer. The season closes with a lower weed peak from early summer into early fall, mostly from roadside and field-edge plants. Here, temperatures range from around 10°C in the coldest month to around 30°C in the warmest, with most rain falling in the warmer months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Texas
Is pollen high in Carrizo Springs right now?
On 6 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Carrizo Springs are high. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Carrizo Springs tomorrow?
On 7 October 2026, pollen conditions in Carrizo Springs will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at high levels and ambrosia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Carrizo Springs 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 Carrizo Springs?
On 6 October 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Carrizo Springs. ambrosia and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Carrizo Springs?
How often is the Carrizo Springs pollen forecast updated?
The Carrizo Springs pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Carrizo Springs 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 Carrizo Springs 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 Carrizo Springs, 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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