Lake Placid pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Lake Placid is moderate; ragweed is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed declining.
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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 32/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 24/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The vegetation around Lake Placid, on a mountain valley in the High Peaks of the Adirondacks, is dominated by red spruce and balsam fir and paper birch, with sugar maple adding further seasonal pollen exposure. Seasonal timing here follows the broader regional pattern typical of this part of the country. Residents who spend time outdoors around Lake Placid typically notice the shift as each season turns over.
Pollen season in Lake Placid starts with maple and elm in March with birch and oak following close behind through April and May. A grass pollen peak follows through June and July; mugwort and nettle extend exposure into September. The New England climate compresses tree, grass, and weed pollen into a shorter but intense season throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New York
Is pollen high in Lake Placid right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Lake Placid are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Lake Placid tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Lake Placid will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Lake Placid 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 Lake Placid?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Lake Placid. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Lake Placid?
How often is the Lake Placid pollen forecast updated?
The Lake Placid pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Lake Placid 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 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, 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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