Chicopee pollen forecast — Chicopee Falls neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Chicopee Falls, Chicopee is low; grass and ragweed are 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 | 3/100 |
| 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 | 30/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 14/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 45/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Hazel and willow grow along the bank, contributing some of the season's earliest allergenic pollen; this sits just around the area. Forest where oak and birch make up much of the canopy, driving spring pollen counts; this sits within the local area. Here, just outside the immediate area, this park's mix of turf and landscaped trees contributes a modest grass and ragweed pollen load.
Water-edge hazel and willow are usually the first allergenic trees active here, starting well before the main spring rush, topping out around March. The area's oak and birch trees pollinate through mid-to-late spring, peaking in the heart of spring, generally April into May. Grass pollen climbs toward a June peak, then gives way to ragweed, which drives the season's second major surge from mid-August into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Massachusetts
Is pollen high in Chicopee right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Chicopee are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Chicopee tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Chicopee will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels and ambrosia, grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Chicopee 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 Chicopee?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Chicopee. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Chicopee?
How often is the Chicopee pollen forecast updated?
The Chicopee pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Chicopee 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 Chicopee 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 Chicopee, 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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