Tampa pollen forecast — Cabot Citrus Farms – Karoo Course neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Cabot Citrus Farms – Karoo Course, Tampa is moderate; grass, mugwort, and ragweed are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| 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) | Moderate | 27/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 45/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| 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) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 31/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 50/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Cabot Citrus Farms' central Florida setting features live oak, cabbage palm, and citrus trees as the main pollen sources across the Karoo Course, with the surrounding citrus grove landscape contributing a particularly distinctive and locally unique crop pollen source. Exposure varies between the open citrus-flanked fairways and the more vegetated sections, while the subtropical climate supports an extended pollen season and the flat, open Florida landscape allows pollen to disperse widely.
The pollen season at Cabot Citrus Farms – Karoo Course mirrors Tampa overall, starting with oak and pine in January before cypress extends the tree season through February. Rather than one sharp peak, grass pollen stays elevated across most months, and warm, humid conditions keep mold spore counts elevated year-round. Florida's subtropical climate means there is no sharp winter break in the pollen calendar.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Florida
Is pollen high in Tampa right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Tampa are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Tampa tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Tampa will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at moderate levels, grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Tampa this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Tampa?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Tampa. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Tampa?
How often is the Tampa pollen forecast updated?
The Tampa pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa, 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 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
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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