Terlingua pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Terlingua is low; grass and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass will increase; ragweed will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Terlingua sits on rugged Chihuahuan Desert country near Big Bend National Park, where the dominant vegetation is a mix of desert scrub, ocotillo, and creosote bush, shaping the local pollen profile across the seasons. Local parks and open ground tend to see higher pollen counts than the denser urban core. Microclimates within the area can shift the timing slightly from one neighborhood to the next.

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

    1/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    14/100

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

    6/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    19/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Terlingua right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Terlingua tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Terlingua 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 Terlingua?

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

When is pollen season in Terlingua?
Pollen season in Terlingua starts with mountain cedar in December with oak and elm taking the lead through March. Grass follows, peaking through April and May, while a long ragweed tail continues into October. The intense December-through-February mountain cedar season is a distinctive feature of this part of Texas, shaping conditions across the city.
How often is the Terlingua pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Terlingua 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 Terlingua 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 Terlingua, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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