Jim Thorpe pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Jim Thorpe is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains low, ragweed declining, 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) | Low | 22/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 7/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 38/100 |
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) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 25/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The vegetation around Jim Thorpe, on a mountain gorge town in the Lehigh Valley coal region, is dominated by oak-hickory forest and eastern hemlock, with mountain laurel adding further seasonal pollen exposure. Exposure varies with proximity to green space versus the more built-up parts of Jim Thorpe. Microclimates within the area can shift the timing slightly from one neighborhood to the next.
Jim Thorpe sees its pollen season open with cedar and elm from late February before oak extends the tree season through April. Grass pollen rises 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Pennsylvania
Is pollen high in Jim Thorpe right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Jim Thorpe are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Jim Thorpe tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Jim Thorpe will be different from today, with grass at low levels and ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Jim Thorpe 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 Jim Thorpe?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Jim Thorpe. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Jim Thorpe?
How often is the Jim Thorpe pollen forecast updated?
The Jim Thorpe pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Jim Thorpe 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 Jim Thorpe 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 Jim Thorpe, 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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