Morro Bay pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (30 August) pollen in Morro Bay is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar - mugwort remains low, ragweed remains moderate, grass increasing. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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The vegetation around Morro Bay, on a coastal estuary beneath Morro Rock, is dominated by coastal dune scrub and eucalyptus, with salt marsh adding further seasonal pollen exposure. Wind patterns across the area help determine how far pollen travels from these source plants. Microclimates within the area can shift the timing slightly from one neighborhood to the next.

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):

    Moderate

    48/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    15/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Moderate

    42/100

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

    53/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    18/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Moderate

    47/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Morro Bay right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Morro Bay tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Morro Bay will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels and grass increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Morro Bay this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Morro Bay?

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

When is pollen season in Morro Bay?
Morro Bay sees its pollen season open with olive and acacia from January before eucalyptus takes over and peaks through February. Grass pollen builds through March and April, and sagebrush and mugwort extend exposure into early autumn. Onshore Pacific breezes periodically clear the air, though inland valleys can still see elevated counts.
How often is the Morro Bay pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Morro Bay 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 Morro Bay 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 Morro Bay, 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.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Morro Bay.

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