Abington pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Abington is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed remains moderate, grass increasing, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 21/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 35/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 47/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Hazel and willow take root along the waterway, both prolific contributors to early pollen counts, close by. Comparable land cover in surrounding areas tends to produce a similar pollen mix overall. Local microclimate and soil conditions can push these figures slightly higher or lower. The broader area tends to mirror this pattern, with only minor local variation.
Hazel and willow near the water open the pollen calendar early, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. As spring turns to summer, grass pollen rises toward its June high, then yields to ragweed, the dominant late-summer and fall allergen through October. Local weather swings can shift these windows slightly, but the overall order tends to hold.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Massachusetts
Is pollen high in Abington right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Abington are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Abington tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Abington will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels and grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Abington 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 Abington?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Abington. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Abington?
How often is the Abington pollen forecast updated?
The Abington pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Abington 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 Abington 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 Abington, 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.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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