Cedar Key pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Cedar Key is low; grass and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days ragweed will increase; grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Set on a small Gulf Coast island town amid coastal marsh, Cedar Key's landscape is defined by cabbage palm alongside salt marsh cordgrass and live oak, the main contributors to seasonal pollen exposure. Local parks and open ground tend to see higher pollen counts than the denser urban core. Residents who spend time outdoors around Cedar Key typically notice the shift as each season turns over.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    6/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    6/100

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 - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    3/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    4/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Cedar Key right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Cedar Key are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Cedar Key tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Cedar Key will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, ambrosia at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Cedar Key this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Cedar Key?

On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Cedar Key. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. oak, willow, alder, artemisia, birch, and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Cedar Key?
Cedar Key sees its pollen season open with oak and pine from January with cypress following close behind through February. Grass pollen is a near-constant presence rather than a sharp seasonal peak, and mold levels also stay elevated for much of the year. The subtropical climate produces a mild, extended pollen season with no sharp winter break, a defining feature of the local season.
How often is the Cedar Key pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Cedar Key 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 Cedar Key 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 Cedar Key, 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: 16 July 2026 at 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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