Taos pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (30 August) pollen in Taos is high; ragweed is high; mugwort is low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar - ragweed remains high, mugwort increasing, grass at low levels. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, 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 Taos, on a high desert plateau at 7,000 feet beneath the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, is dominated by piñon-juniper woodland and chamisa (rabbitbrush), with cottonwood along the Rio Grande adding further seasonal pollen exposure. Exposure varies with proximity to green space versus the more built-up parts of Taos. The mix of native and introduced species here is fairly typical for this part of the country.

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):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    9/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    52/100

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):

    Low

    9/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    31/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    70/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Taos right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Taos tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Taos will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, grass at low levels and artemisia increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Taos 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 Taos?

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

When is pollen season in Taos?
The pollen calendar in Taos opens with palo verde and mesquite starting January then mulberry follows, running through February. Grass pollen builds through March and April, and monsoon moisture from July through September brings a brief second wave of grass and weed pollen. The hot desert climate concentrates the main spring season, with little rainfall to interrupt pollen release throughout the year.
How often is the Taos pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Taos 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 Taos 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 Taos, 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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