Mary S. Harrell Black Heritage Museum, New Smyrna Beach Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Mary S. Harrell Black Heritage Museum, New Smyrna Beach is high; ragweed is high; grass, mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) grass remains low, mugwort remains low, mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, ragweed declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and mold (cladosporium) will increase; ragweed and mold (alternaria) will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 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 | 19/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 16/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 55/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 11/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 10/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 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 | 5/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 40/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 12/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This site in New Smyrna Beach is surrounded mainly by woodland, with a good deal of built-up land. Lawns and planted trees in a nearby park add to local grass and tree pollen. Of the trees nearby, oak and juniper are the ones that matter most for allergies. Beyond the trees, grasses matter a great deal, and pigweed and plantain are the main weed sources.
Oak and juniper lead the season in early spring, as temperatures climb to around 20°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grass pollen follows, peaking in early spring and easing off by mid-fall. The season closes with pigweed and plantain from early summer into early fall. Mold spores join in from midsummer into early winter, when damp, warm spells let them thrive.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Florida
Is pollen high in New Smyrna Beach right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in New Smyrna Beach are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in New Smyrna Beach tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in New Smyrna Beach will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels and ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in New Smyrna Beach this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in New Smyrna Beach?
On 11 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in New Smyrna Beach. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in New Smyrna Beach?
How often is the New Smyrna Beach pollen forecast updated?
The New Smyrna Beach pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in New Smyrna Beach 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 New Smyrna Beach 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 New Smyrna Beach, 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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