Manhattan pollen forecast — Konza Prairie Biological Station neighborhood

Today (16 July) pollen in Konza Prairie Biological Station, Manhattan is low; grass is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar - grass increasing. Over the following five days grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Located at a tallgrass prairie research preserve in the Flint Hills, Konza Prairie Biological Station sees vegetation and pollen exposure consistent with Manhattan more broadly, following the same seasonal pattern as the surrounding area. As with most sublevel sites, local landscaping can shift counts slightly from the citywide average.

Today - 16 July

  • 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

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    None

    0/100

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 - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    31/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Manhattan right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Manhattan are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Manhattan tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Manhattan will be different from today, with grass increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Manhattan this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while ambrosia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Manhattan?

On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Manhattan. oak, willow, alder, ambrosia, artemisia, birch, and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Manhattan?
At Konza Prairie Biological Station, a landmark in Manhattan, the pollen season opens with elm and cottonwood from March before ash extends the tree season through April. Peak grass pollen arrives in May and June, and ragweed and mugwort extend the season into September. Surrounding farmland is a major contributor to both the spring grass peak and the late-summer ragweed season, consistent with the wider Manhattan area.
How often is the Manhattan pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Manhattan 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 Manhattan 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 Manhattan, 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: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Konza Prairie Biological Station, Manhattan.

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