Selma pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Selma is medium; ragweed is medium; grass is low. Tomorrow (10 August 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 Selma, on the Alabama River bluffs in the Black Belt region, is dominated by southern live oak with Spanish moss and loblolly pine, with riverside cypress adding further seasonal pollen exposure. Individual yards and gardens around Selma can still vary somewhat from this general pattern. Nearby towns with similar terrain tend to see a broadly similar pattern.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    12/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    26/100

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 - 10 August

  • 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

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    28/100

Air quality in Selma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Selma right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Selma are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Selma tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Selma will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, ambrosia at medium levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Selma this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Selma?

On 9 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Selma. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Selma?
Selma's tree pollen season begins with cedar and elm from February with oak taking the lead through March and April. Grass pollen builds through April and May, and mugwort and nettle extend exposure into September. Warm, humid conditions favor an early, intense tree pollen season across the region, shaping conditions across the city.
How often is the Selma pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Selma 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 Selma 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 Selma, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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