Lakewood, New Jersey pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Lakewood, New Jersey is high; grass and ragweed are high; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass declining, 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) | High | 58/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 11/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 54/100 |
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) | Moderate | 39/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 33/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Lakewood's parks, including Mill Creek Park and the Blackwater Creek corridor, feature oak, pine, and maple as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up areas of Ocean County. Surrounding New Jersey Pine Barrens and coastal plain woodland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the Atlantic coast position means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen.
Lakewood's pollen season in New Jersey opens with maple and birch from late February, followed by oak through April and May. Grass pollen peaks through June and July, with ragweed extending the season into September. The surrounding Ocean County Pine Barrens and coastal plain woodland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the Atlantic coast proximity means onshore winds can periodically moderate pollen levels across the area.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New Jersey
Is pollen high in Lakewood, New Jersey right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Lakewood, New Jersey are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Lakewood, New Jersey tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Lakewood, New Jersey will be different from today, with ambrosia, grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Lakewood, New Jersey 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 Lakewood, New Jersey?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Lakewood, New Jersey. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Lakewood, New Jersey?
How often is the Lakewood, New Jersey pollen forecast updated?
The Lakewood, New Jersey pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Lakewood, New Jersey 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 Lakewood, New Jersey 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 Lakewood, New Jersey, 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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