Space Shuttle Inspiration, Merritt Island Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (7 October) pollen in Space Shuttle Inspiration, Merritt Island is low; grass, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (8 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 7 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) | Low | 3/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 12/100 |
| Alternaria | Low | 6/100 |
| Cladosporium | Low | 8/100 |
Tomorrow - 8 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 | 9/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Alternaria | Low | 4/100 | |
| Cladosporium | Low | 6/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The area around this site in Merritt Island is mostly woodland. A nearby park adds mown lawns and planted trees to the local pollen mix. So much tree cover makes trees an important source of pollen locally. Grass pollen adds noticeably to the overall load. Grasses along roadsides, verges and open ground also add to the overall pollen load.
Flowering trees bring the first pollen of the year in early spring. Grasses take over in mid-spring and keep pollen in the air into late fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Mold spores join in from early summer into early fall, when damp, warm spells let them thrive.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Florida
Is pollen high in Merritt Island right now?
On 7 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Merritt Island are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Merritt Island tomorrow?
On 8 October 2026, pollen conditions in Merritt Island will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, ambrosia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Merritt Island this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Merritt Island?
On 7 October 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Merritt Island. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Merritt Island?
How often is the Merritt Island pollen forecast updated?
The Merritt Island pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island, 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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