Lake Placid, New York Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Lake Placid, New York is low; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, mugwort at low levels, ragweed at moderate levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort, ragweed, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 2/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 10/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| 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) | Low | 24/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 32/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 24/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 50% of the area near Lake Placid is woodland, with some open grassland and built-up land. With Lake Placid nearby, lakeside trees such as poplar along its shore contribute to the local mix. Of the trees nearby, maple, birch and poplar are the ones that matter most for allergies. Grasses are also a significant pollen source here.
Maple, birch and poplar lead the season in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 5°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into late summer. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Warm, damp weather from early summer into early fall also raises mold spore levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New York
Is pollen high in Lake Placid, New York right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Lake Placid, New York.
Will pollen levels change in Lake Placid, New York tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Lake Placid, New York will be different from today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Lake Placid, New York this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Lake Placid, New York?
On 10 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Lake Placid, New York.
When is pollen season in Lake Placid, New York?
How often is the Lake Placid, New York pollen forecast updated?
The Lake Placid, New York pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Lake Placid, New York 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 Lake Placid, New York 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 Lake Placid, New York, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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