Cranston pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (30 August) pollen in Cranston is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are moderate. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar - grass remains moderate, ragweed remains high, mugwort declining. Over the following five days grass and ragweed will increase; mugwort will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Cranston's parks and the Pawtuxet River corridor feature oak, birch, and maple as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Rhode Island woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the Narragansett Bay coastal position means onshore winds can periodically moderate pollen levels across the area.
Today - 30 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):
Moderate
40/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Moderate
27/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
High
70/100
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 - 31 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
40/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
24/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
High
70/100
Air quality in Cranston
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Cranston right now?
On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Cranston are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cranston tomorrow?
On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Cranston will be different from today, with grass at moderate levels, ambrosia at high levels and artemisia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cranston this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass and ambrosia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Cranston?
On 30 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Cranston. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Cranston?
How often is the Cranston pollen forecast updated?
The Cranston pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cranston 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 Cranston 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 Cranston, 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.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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