Harrisburg pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Harrisburg is medium; ragweed is medium. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Harrisburg's parks, including Riverfront Park and the Susquehanna River corridor, feature oak, maple, and ash as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Pennsylvania farmland and the wooded ridges of the Appalachian foothills contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the river valley channels airflows and concentrates pollen across the city.

Today - 9 August

  • 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):

    Medium

    36/100

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 - 10 August

  • 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):

    Medium

    34/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Harrisburg right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Harrisburg are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Harrisburg tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Harrisburg will be similar to today, with ambrosia at medium levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?

On 9 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Harrisburg. artemisia, cypress, and grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Harrisburg?
Harrisburg's pollen season opens with maple and elm from late February, followed by oak and ash through April and May. Grass pollen peaks through June and July, with ragweed contributing into September. The Susquehanna River valley channels airflows and concentrates pollen, while surrounding Pennsylvania farmland and the wooded Appalachian ridges contribute substantial tree and grass pollen under prevailing westerly winds.
How often is the Harrisburg pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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