Macon pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (30 August) pollen in Macon is high; grass and ragweed are high; mugwort is moderate. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar. 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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Macon's parks, including Amerson River Park and the Ocmulgee River corridor, feature oak, pine, and sweet gum as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Georgia Piedmont woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, with the humid subtropical setting supporting an extended and intense pollen season across the area.

Today - 30 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    54/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    33/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    65/100

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 - 31 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    54/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    31/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    64/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Macon right now?

On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Macon are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Macon tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Macon will be similar to today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at moderate levels, grass at high levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Macon 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 Macon?

On 30 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Macon. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Macon?
Macon's pollen season opens with oak and pine from late January, producing intense tree pollen through February and March. Grass pollen follows through April and May, with ragweed extending the season strongly into October. The Ocmulgee River valley channels airflows and concentrates pollen, while surrounding Georgia Piedmont woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen under the extended humid subtropical season.
How often is the Macon pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Macon 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 Macon 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 Macon, 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: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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