Tuscaloosa pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Tuscaloosa is low; cypress and grass are low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

Tuscaloosa's parks, including Sokol Park and the Black Warrior River corridor, feature oak, pine, and sweet gum as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Alabama woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, with the humid subtropical setting and rolling Appalachian foothills supporting an extended and intense pollen season.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    10/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    10/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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 - 26 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    16/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    16/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Tuscaloosa right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Tuscaloosa are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Tuscaloosa tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Tuscaloosa will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Tuscaloosa this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Tuscaloosa?

On 25 June 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Tuscaloosa. grass are also present but at lower levels. hazel and willow are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Tuscaloosa?
Tuscaloosa's pollen season opens with oak and pine from late January, producing intense tree pollen through February and March. Grass pollen follows through April and May, with ragweed extending the season into October. The Black Warrior River valley channels airflows and concentrates pollen, while surrounding Alabama Appalachian foothills woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen under the extended humid subtropical season.
How often is the Tuscaloosa pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa, 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: 25 Jun 2026, 09:00 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Tuscaloosa.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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