DeRidder pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in DeRidder is low; grass and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. 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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DeRidder's setting on flat pine-forest country in southwestern Louisiana supports loblolly and longleaf pine forest, bottomland hardwood, and pasture grasses as the leading local vegetation, all factoring into the pollen count through the year. This mix of plant life is fairly typical for the wider area around DeRidder. Allergy sufferers in DeRidder generally plan around this same recurring seasonal rhythm.

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):

    Low

    5/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    20/100

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):

    Low

    1/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    16/100

Air quality in DeRidder

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in DeRidder right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in DeRidder are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in DeRidder tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in DeRidder will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, ambrosia at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in DeRidder this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in DeRidder?

On 9 August 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in DeRidder. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. artemisia and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in DeRidder?
The pollen calendar in DeRidder opens with oak and pine starting January with cedar joining in and continuing through February. Grass pollen builds through March and April, and a long ragweed tail runs well into October. Warm, humid Gulf Coast conditions stretch the spring pollen season longer than in most of the country, a defining feature of the local season.
How often is the DeRidder pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in DeRidder 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 DeRidder 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 DeRidder, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for DeRidder.

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