Kendale Lakes pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Kendale Lakes is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| 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 | 23/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 14/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 65/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| 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 | 24/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 66/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Kendale Lakes's Miami-Dade County unincorporated suburban setting features live oak, melaleuca, and sabal palm as the main tree pollen sources alongside subtropical vegetation. Exposure varies between the residential lake communities and the more built-up commercial corridors along SW 88th Street, while the extensive residential lake system creates linear microhabitats and the proximity to Everglades National Park contributes distinctive wetland sawgrass pollen to the western portions of this Miami suburban community.
Kendale Lakes's suburban Miami setting produces an extended subtropical pollen season opening in December with melaleuca and Brazilian pepper before grass from surrounding Miami-Dade County land peaks through February and March. Mugwort and nettle extend exposure through autumn, while the flat coastal plain allows pollen to disperse widely and the warm tropical climate supports near year-round production throughout.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Florida
Is pollen high in Kendale Lakes right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Kendale Lakes are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Kendale Lakes tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kendale Lakes will be similar to today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kendale Lakes 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 Kendale Lakes?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Kendale Lakes. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Kendale Lakes?
How often is the Kendale Lakes pollen forecast updated?
The Kendale Lakes pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kendale Lakes 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 Kendale Lakes 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 Kendale Lakes, 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 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
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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