Brookline pollen forecast — South Brookline neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in South Brookline, Brookline is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass increasing, ragweed 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 | 18/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 34/100 |
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 | 39/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 13/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 54/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The waterside growth here is largely hazel and willow, both efficient wind-pollen dispersers; this sits in the vicinity. Nearby, in the wider area, this patch of forest is largely oak and birch, a pairing known for heavy spring pollen output. Located a short distance from here, this area has this park's mix of turf and landscaped trees contributes a modest grass and ragweed pollen load.
The water-adjacent hazel and willow are early risers, building through the tail end of winter into March. Woodland oak and birch pick up the pace next, through mid-to-late spring, usually peaking from April into May. Grass pollen becomes the dominant allergen through late spring, peaking in June, and then ragweed picks up the slack, running from mid-August through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Massachusetts
Is pollen high in Brookline right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Brookline are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Brookline tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Brookline will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels and ambrosia, grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Brookline 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 Brookline?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Brookline. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Brookline?
How often is the Brookline pollen forecast updated?
The Brookline pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Brookline 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 Brookline 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 Brookline, 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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