Nashville pollen forecast — Centennial Park neighborhood

Today (16 July) pollen in Centennial Park, Nashville is low; grass and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days ragweed will increase; grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Centennial Park is a mid-South city with cedar, oak, and tulip poplar. Eastern red cedar is a winter allergen, releasing pollen in January and February. Oak peaks in April. Nashville ranks among the worst US cities for seasonal allergies.

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):

    Low

    9/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    3/100

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

    13/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    7/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Nashville right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Nashville are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Nashville tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Nashville will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, ambrosia at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Nashville this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while ambrosia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Nashville?

On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Nashville. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. birch, cypress, oak, willow, alder, and artemisia are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Nashville?
The pollen season at Centennial Park mirrors Nashville overall, starting with cedar and elm in February then oak follows, running through March and April. Grass follows, peaking through April and May, while ragweed extends the weed season into September. The warm Southeast climate advances the season compared to more northern US regions.
How often is the Nashville pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville, 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 Centennial Park, Nashville.

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