Sarasota pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (30 August) pollen in Sarasota is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar. 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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Sarasota's Gulf Coast Florida setting features live oak, melaleuca, and sabal palm as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between the wooded Myakka River corridor and barrier island residential areas and the more built-up commercial corridors along US 41. The Myakka River State Park corridor to the east is a particularly significant local tree pollen source, while the Gulf barrier islands create distinct onshore-inland pollen gradients across the historic arts community.

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

    34/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    21/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    63/100

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):

    Moderate

    36/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    22/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    66/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Sarasota right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Sarasota tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Sarasota will be similar to today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Sarasota 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 Sarasota?

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

When is pollen season in Sarasota?
Sarasota's Gulf Coast Florida setting produces an extended pollen season opening in December with oak and melaleuca before grass from surrounding Sarasota County land peaks through February and March. Mugwort and nettle extend exposure into autumn, while the Gulf Coast proximity moderates temperatures locally and the warm subtropical climate supports near year-round pollen production throughout.
How often is the Sarasota pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Sarasota 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 Sarasota 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 Sarasota, 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.)

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