Florida Military Heritage Museum, Punta Gorda Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Florida Military Heritage Museum, Punta Gorda is low; grass, mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
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 | 8/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 8/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 21/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 4/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 5/100 |
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 | 1/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 4/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Open water makes up around 39% of the area near this part of Punta Gorda, with a good deal of built-up land and some open grassland. A watercourse nearby means riverside vegetation is part of the local pollen picture. Local vegetation is sparse, so most pollen arrives on the wind from surrounding land.
Then come the grasses, strongest in early spring and fading by late fall. In warm, humid weather from early summer into late winter, mold spores add to the mix, especially after rain. Dry, sunny and breezy weather raises levels within each period, and steady rain brings them down. Daily levels also vary with the time of day, often rising through the morning as plants release pollen.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Florida
Is pollen high in Punta Gorda right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Punta Gorda are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Punta Gorda tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Punta Gorda will be similar to today, with ambrosia at low levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Punta Gorda 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 Punta Gorda?
On 11 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Punta Gorda. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Punta Gorda?
How often is the Punta Gorda pollen forecast updated?
The Punta Gorda pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Punta Gorda 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 Punta Gorda 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 Punta Gorda, 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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