Goldsboro pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Goldsboro is medium; ragweed is medium; grass and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass and ragweed will increase; mugwort will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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The vegetation around Goldsboro, on the flat farmland of the North Carolina Coastal Plain, is dominated by longleaf pine and farmland crops, with dogwood understory adding further seasonal pollen exposure. Wind patterns across the area help determine how far pollen travels from these source plants. As with most of the region, counts tend to build gradually rather than spike overnight.

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

    6/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    2/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    27/100

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

    14/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    10/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    36/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Goldsboro right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Goldsboro are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Goldsboro tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Goldsboro this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Goldsboro?

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

When is pollen season in Goldsboro?
The pollen calendar in Goldsboro opens with cedar and elm starting February before oak takes over and peaks through March and April. Grass pollen builds through April and May, and mugwort and nettle extend exposure into September. The warm Southeast climate advances the season compared to more northern US regions throughout the year.
How often is the Goldsboro pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Goldsboro 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 Goldsboro 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 Goldsboro, 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.)

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