New York pollen forecast — Friar's Head – Championship Course neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (12 September) pollen in Friar's Head – Championship Course, New York is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (13 September 2026) grass remains moderate, ragweed remains high, mugwort increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 12 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) | Moderate | 28/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 22/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 54/100 |
Tomorrow - 13 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 | 49/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 41/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 70/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Friar's Head's Long Island North Fork setting features beach grass, pitch pine, and bayberry as the main pollen sources across the links-style course, with exposure varying between the exposed Long Island Sound-facing fairways and the more sheltered inland sections. The Long Island Sound position means onshore winds can frequently disperse pollen, while surrounding Long Island farmland and vineyard landscape contribute substantial grass and crop pollen and mugwort extends exposure into September.
At Friar's Head – Championship Course, a golf course in New York, the pollen season opens with maple and elm from March then birch and oak builds through April and May. A grass pollen peak follows through June and July; a modest weed pollen tail continues into September. Cold winters give way to a fast, concentrated spring pollen ramp-up across the region, consistent with the wider New York area.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New York
Is pollen high in New York right now?
On 12 September 2026, overall pollen levels in New York are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in New York tomorrow?
On 13 September 2026, pollen conditions in New York will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, grass at moderate levels and artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in New York this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in New York?
On 12 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in New York. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in New York?
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.
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 exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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