Pigeon Forge pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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The vegetation around Pigeon Forge, on the Little Pigeon River valley below the Smokies, is dominated by tulip poplar and oak-hickory forest and rhododendron, with dogwood adding further seasonal pollen exposure. Wind patterns across the area help determine how far pollen travels from these source plants. The mix of native and introduced species here is fairly typical for this part of the country.

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

    20/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    10/100

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

    20/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    11/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Pigeon Forge right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Pigeon Forge tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Pigeon Forge this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass and ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Pigeon Forge?

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

When is pollen season in Pigeon Forge?
The pollen calendar in Pigeon Forge opens with cedar and elm starting February before oak takes over and peaks through March and April. Grass pollen rises through April and May, and mugwort and nettle extend exposure into September. Mild winters across the Southeast push the pollen calendar earlier than in most of the country, a defining feature of the local season.
How often is the Pigeon Forge pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Pigeon Forge 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 Pigeon Forge 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 Pigeon Forge, 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 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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