Boston pollen forecast — Essex County Club – Championship Course neighborhood
Today (22 August) pollen in Essex County Club – Championship Course, Boston is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass is low. Tomorrow (23 August 2026) levels are similar - ragweed remains moderate, grass increasing, mugwort at low levels. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Essex County Club's North Shore Massachusetts Manchester-by-the-Sea setting features oak, maple, and birch as the main pollen sources across the historic parkland course, with exposure varying between the wooded sections and the more open fairways. The Massachusetts Bay coastal proximity moderates temperatures, while surrounding Massachusetts woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen and mugwort extends exposure into September throughout this historic North Shore course.
Today - 22 August
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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
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Low
6/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
None
0/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Moderate
29/100
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 - 23 August
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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):
Moderate
28/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
19/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Moderate
50/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Boston right now?
On 22 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Boston are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Boston tomorrow?
On 23 August 2026, pollen conditions in Boston will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels and grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Boston this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Boston?
On 22 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Boston. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Boston?
How often is the Boston pollen forecast updated?
The Boston pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Boston 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 Boston 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 Boston, 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.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 23 August 2026 at 02:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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