Frackville pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (30 August) pollen in Frackville is high; grass and ragweed are high; mugwort is moderate. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar - ragweed remains high, grass declining, 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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Frackville's setting on a hilltop former coal-mining town in Pennsylvania's Anthracite region supports oak-hickory forest, reclaimed mine-land scrub, and pasture grasses as the leading local vegetation, all factoring into the pollen count through the year. Seasonal timing here follows the broader regional pattern typical of this part of the country. The mix of native and introduced species here is fairly typical for this part of the country.

Today - 30 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    53/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    35/100

  • 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

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Moderate

    34/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    15/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    69/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Frackville right now?

On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Frackville are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Frackville tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Frackville will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels and artemisia, grass continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Frackville this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while ambrosia and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Frackville?

On 30 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Frackville. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Frackville?
Pollen season in Frackville starts with cedar and elm in late February before oak takes over and peaks through April. Grass pollen then peaks through May and June, and mugwort and nettle extend exposure into September. Humid summers in the mid-Atlantic favor a longer weed pollen tail into early autumn, a defining feature of the local season.
How often is the Frackville pollen forecast updated?

The Frackville pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Frackville 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 Frackville 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 Frackville, 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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