The Woodlands pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (16 July) pollen in The Woodlands is low; cypress, grass, and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar - grass remains low, ragweed remains low. Over the following five days grass and ragweed will decrease; cypress will remain stable. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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The Woodlands' suburban setting north of Houston features oak, pine, and sweet gum as the main tree pollen sources in parks and along the extensive wooded residential streets, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up commercial zones. Surrounding East Texas Piney Woods woodland contribute substantial tree pollen, while Gulf Coast prairie farmland adds grass and crop pollen under prevailing southerly winds.
Today - 16 July
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
24/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Low
25/100
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Oak (Quercus):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
None
0/100
-
Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Low
25/100
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 - 17 July
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
19/100
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Oak (Quercus):
None
0/100
-
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 The Woodlands right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in The Woodlands are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in The Woodlands tomorrow?
On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in The Woodlands will be different from today, with grass at low levels, ambrosia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in The Woodlands this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass and ambrosia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in The Woodlands?
On 16 July 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in The Woodlands. grass and ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. oak, willow, alder, artemisia, and birch are not currently active.
When is pollen season in The Woodlands?
How often is the The Woodlands pollen forecast updated?
The The Woodlands pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands 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 The Woodlands, 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: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for The Woodlands.
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