Memphis pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Memphis is low; grass, mugwort, and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - grass remains low, mugwort remains low, ragweed increasing. 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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Memphis' Mississippi River urban green network, anchored by Overton Park and the Mississippi River bluff corridor, features oak, maple, and sweet gum as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Tennessee and Mississippi Delta farmland contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while the flat, open landscape allows pollen to disperse readily under prevailing southwesterly winds.

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):

    Low

    5/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    6/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    24/100

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

    18/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    19/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    39/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Memphis right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Memphis are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Memphis tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Memphis 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 Memphis?

On 9 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Memphis. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Memphis?
Memphis' pollen season opens with cedar and elm from late January, followed by oak and sweet gum through March and April. Grass pollen peaks through May and June, with ragweed extending the season strongly into October. The flat Mississippi Delta landscape allows substantial pollen from surrounding farmland to disperse widely across the city, while the humid subtropical climate supports one of the longer pollen seasons in the US.
How often is the Memphis pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Memphis 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 Memphis 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 Memphis, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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