Newport News pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (9 August) pollen in Newport News is low; mugwort and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - mugwort remains low, ragweed increasing, grass at low levels. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Newport News' parks, including Newport News Park and the Warwick River corridor, feature oak, pine, and sweet gum as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Virginia coastal plain woodland and the James River estuary contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the Chesapeake Bay position means coastal breezes can periodically disperse urban pollen.
Today - 9 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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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):
Low
2/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Low
24/100
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 - 10 August
-
Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
12/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
17/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Medium
39/100
Air quality in Newport News
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Newport News right now?
On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Newport News are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Newport News tomorrow?
On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Newport News will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels and ambrosia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Newport News this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, grass, and ambrosia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Newport News?
On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Newport News. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. cypress and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Newport News?
How often is the Newport News pollen forecast updated?
The Newport News pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Newport News 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 Newport News 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 Newport News, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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