Mead Township pollen forecast — Dewdrop Recreation Area neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Dewdrop Recreation Area, Mead Township is low; grass and ragweed are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass no longer expected, ragweed 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 | 3/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 17/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, not far from here, has a waterway supports hazel and willow along its bank, both strongly allergenic wind-pollinated species. Woods composed largely of oak and birch, a combination tied to sharp spring pollen spikes; this sits in the surrounding area. Surrounding neighborhoods with similar tree cover typically see a closely comparable pollen mix.
Hazel and willow along the water get the season underway before other species, usually peaking sometime between late winter and the end of March. Oak and birch in the woodland come next, through the heart of spring, peaking in the heart of spring, generally April into May. By late spring, grass pollen is climbing steadily toward a June high point, then gives way to ragweed, which drives the season's second major surge from mid-August into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Pennsylvania
Is pollen high in Mead Township right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Mead Township are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Mead Township tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Mead Township will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Mead Township this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, ambrosia, and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Mead Township?
On 20 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Mead Township. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Mead Township?
How often is the Mead Township pollen forecast updated?
The Mead Township pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Mead Township 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 Mead Township 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 Mead Township, 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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