Pollen Count & Forecast for Tampa
About Pollen in Tampa
Tampa’s winter and spring season (January-May) is dominated by tree pollen; Oak (Quercus) dense in Lettuce Lake Park and along the Hillsborough River; Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana) and Pine (Pinus) widespread in the Lower Hillsborough Wilderness Preserve. Ragweed (Ambrosia) contributes significantly during autumn months. Summer and autumn see high Grass (Poaceae) pollen levels, originating from Alafia River State Park and Bermuda Grass (Cynodon dactylon) in residential areas.
High humidity and proximity to Old Tampa Bay trap allergens, leading to localized high concentrations. Year-round warmth leads to elevated Mould (Alternaria, Aspergillus) spore counts, from damp wetlands near Cypress Point Park and decaying organic matter in urban gardens.