Mariposa pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Mariposa is none Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar - grass at low levels. Over the following five days grass will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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Mariposa's setting on the Sierra Nevada foothills near Yosemite National Park supports blue oak woodland, gray pine, and chaparral as the leading local vegetation, all factoring into the pollen count through the year. Wind patterns across the area help determine how far pollen travels from these source plants. As with most of the region, counts tend to build gradually rather than spike overnight.

Today - 16 July

  • 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

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    None

    0/100

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 - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    8/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Mariposa right now?

Currently, there is no significant pollen in Mariposa.

Will pollen levels change in Mariposa tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Mariposa will be different from today, with grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Mariposa this week?

According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, cypress, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Mariposa?

On 16 July 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Mariposa.

When is pollen season in Mariposa?
Pollen season in Mariposa starts with olive and acacia in January then eucalyptus follows, running through February. Grass pollen builds through March and April, and mugwort extends exposure into September. Onshore Pacific breezes periodically clear the air, though inland valleys can still see elevated counts.
How often is the Mariposa pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Mariposa 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 Mariposa 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 Mariposa, 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: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Mariposa.

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