City of Ithaca pollen forecast — Fall Creek neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Fall Creek, City of Ithaca is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed declining, grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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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) | Moderate | 29/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 13/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 52/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 20/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, nearby, has hazel and willow crowd the water's edge, both classic sources of early allergenic pollen. This area, in the vicinity, has this patch of forest is largely oak and birch, a pairing known for heavy spring pollen output. Grass and ornamental trees within the park boundary contribute modestly to grass and ragweed levels, close to home here.
Hazel and willow near the water open the pollen calendar early, getting an early start, typically cresting between February and March. Oak and birch in the nearby woodland follow in mid-to-late spring, building to its sharpest point across April and May. Through late spring, grass pollen climbs steadily toward its June peak, before ragweed pollen takes center stage across mid-August into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New York
Is pollen high in City of Ithaca right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in City of Ithaca are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in City of Ithaca tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in City of Ithaca will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in City of Ithaca 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 City of Ithaca?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in City of Ithaca. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in City of Ithaca?
How often is the City of Ithaca pollen forecast updated?
The City of Ithaca pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in City of Ithaca 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 City of Ithaca 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 City of Ithaca, 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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