Jackson pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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Jackson's West Tennessee setting features oak, cedar, and sweetgum as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between the wooded Forked Deer River corridor residential areas and the more built-up commercial corridors along US 45. The Forked Deer River corridor is a particularly significant local source, while the surrounding West Tennessee farmland extends substantial grass and crop pollen throughout this Madison County city.

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):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    16/100

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

    16/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    18/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    45/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Jackson right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Jackson are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Jackson tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Jackson will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels and ambrosia increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Jackson this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Jackson?

On 9 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Jackson. artemisia, cypress, and grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Jackson?
Jackson's pollen season opens in late January with cedar and pine before oak peaks through March and April. Grass from surrounding Mississippi farmland peaks through May and June before mugwort and nettle extend exposure into September. The Pearl River valley channels airflows, while the warm, humid Deep South climate advances the season considerably compared to more northern US cities throughout.
How often is the Jackson pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson, 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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