Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, Macon Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, Macon is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mugwort remains low, ragweed remains moderate, grass declining, mold (cladosporium) increasing, mold (alternaria) at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase; grass and ragweed will decrease.
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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) | Moderate | 33/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 15/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 47/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 3/100 |
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 | 18/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 33/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 28/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 61% of the area near this part of Macon is woodland, with a good deal of open grassland. With the Ocmulgee River nearby, riverside trees such as plane tree along its banks contribute to the local mix. Oak heads the list of allergenic trees nearby, ahead of plane tree and maple. Grass pollen is plentiful, while plantain leads among the weeds.
Oak, plane tree and maple lead the season in early spring, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Then come the grasses, strongest in late spring and fading by early fall. Plantain flowers through much of the warmer half of the year. By midwinter, as temperatures fall to around 5°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Georgia
Is pollen high in Macon right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Macon are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Macon tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Macon will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels and grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Macon this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and grass 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 Macon?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Macon. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Macon?
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.
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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