Columbia Rise, High Springs Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Columbia Rise, High Springs is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass, mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) grass remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, ragweed declining, mold (cladosporium) increasing, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort and mold (alternaria) will increase; grass and ragweed will decrease; mold (cladosporium) will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 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) | Low | 25/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 9/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 11/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 19/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 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) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 29/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around this part of High Springs is heavily wooded. A watercourse nearby means riverside vegetation is part of the local pollen picture. Common allergenic trees nearby include maple. Grasses add a sizeable share of the local pollen. Gaps in the canopy, trails and forest edges give grasses and herbs room to grow.
The pollen year starts with maple, active from late winter into early spring. Grasses take over from early spring, with the highest levels around late spring and pollen lingering until late summer. A smaller weed peak follows from early summer into early fall, from plants on verges and waste ground. Locally, winters average around 15°C and summers around 30°C, with most rain falling in the warmer months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Florida
Is pollen high in High Springs right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in High Springs are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in High Springs tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in High Springs will be different from today, with grass at low levels and ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in High Springs this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass and ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in High Springs?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in High Springs. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in High Springs?
How often is the High Springs pollen forecast updated?
The High Springs pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in High 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 High 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 High 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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