New York pollen forecast — Empire State Building neighborhood
Today (25 June) pollen in Empire State Building, New York is low; grass is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - grass remains low, cypress at low levels. Over the following five days cypress will increase; grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
Empire State Building is a dense urban canopy of London plane, oak, and ginkgo throughout Central Park and street plantings. Tree pollen peaks sharply in May. The sheer density of people and trees creates intense local exposure despite dilution from wind.
Today - 25 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
13/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
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 - 26 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
3/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Low
15/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in New York right now?
On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in New York are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in New York tomorrow?
On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in New York will be different from today, with cypress at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in New York this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while cypress pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in New York?
On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in New York. hazel, cypress, and willow are not currently active.
How often is the New York pollen forecast updated?
The New York pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in 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 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 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.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 25 Jun 2026, 09:00 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Empire State Building, New York.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
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