Athol pollen forecast — Ellinwood Country Club neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Ellinwood Country Club, Athol is low; ragweed is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed increasing, grass at moderate levels, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease.
Explore Forecasts
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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 17/100 |
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 | 33/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 51/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
In Ellinwood Country Club, nearby, not far from here, hazel and willow line the water's edge, releasing pollen that carries easily on the wind. Woodland where oak stands alongside birch, the latter especially aggressive as an allergen, not far from here. Local microclimate and soil conditions can push these figures slightly higher or lower.
In Ellinwood Country Club, near the bank, hazel and willow lead the seasonal calendar, arriving ahead of the rest of the season, cresting around late winter. Oak and birch in the woodland come next, through the heart of spring, typically landing in April and May. Grass pollen builds through late spring and peaks in June, and ragweed later takes the lead from mid-August through October.
Get pollen & AQ on Strava
Follow your environmental exposure and performance with the free Airmine-Strava integration. See your pollen and air quality exposure for every Strava activity.
Resource Hub
Sports venues in Athol 1 sports venue
Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Massachusetts
Is pollen high in Athol right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Athol are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Athol tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Athol will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels and ambrosia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Athol 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 Athol?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Athol. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Athol?
How often is the Athol pollen forecast updated?
The Athol pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Athol 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 Athol 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 Athol, 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. |
Get More in the Airmine Pollen app
Get 15-day pollen forecasts with morning, afternoon and evening detail, plus 5-day air quality forecasts. Explore interactive pollen risk maps, estimated pollen season start, route profiles and a symptoms diary.
Features and forecast availability vary by region. Currently covering Europe, the contiguous US, southern Canada, South Africa, Australia, Indonesia (Java & Bali), Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and the Buenos Aires area.
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA) Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS).