Charlotte pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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Charlotte's Piedmont urban forest, anchored by Freedom Park and the Four Mile Creek corridor, features oak, pine, and sweet gum as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding North Carolina Piedmont woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, with the humid subtropical setting supporting an extended pollen season throughout.

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):

    Medium

    27/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    25/100

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

    21/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    19/100

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Pollen forecast for neighborhoods and landmarks in Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Charlotte right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Charlotte tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Charlotte will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels and grass continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Charlotte this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass and ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Charlotte?

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

When is pollen season in Charlotte?
Charlotte's pollen season opens with oak and pine from late February, producing intense tree pollen through March and April. Grass pollen follows through May and June, with ragweed extending the season into October. The humid subtropical setting and abundant Piedmont woodland support an extended and intense pollen season, while surrounding North Carolina farmland contributes additional grass pollen under prevailing southwesterly winds.
How often is the Charlotte pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte, 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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