Philadelphia pollen forecast — Burholme neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (12 September) pollen in Burholme, Philadelphia is high; ragweed is high; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (13 September 2026) ragweed remains high, grass increasing, mugwort at low levels.
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) | Low | 24/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 52/100 |
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 | 43/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 69/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The nearest stream or river hosts hazel and willow, two of the most allergenic early-season trees; this sits within the neighborhood. Here, within the neighborhood, a park where mown turf grass and ornamental trees add grass and ragweed pollen. Comparable land cover in surrounding areas tends to produce a similar pollen mix overall.
Hazel and willow near the water open the pollen calendar early, topping out well before most other trees start releasing pollen, around February and March. Grass pollen climbs toward a June peak, then gives way to ragweed, which drives the season's second major surge from mid-August into October. Daily pollen counts published for the wider region track this same seasonal rhythm closely.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Pennsylvania
Is pollen high in Philadelphia right now?
On 12 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Philadelphia are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Philadelphia tomorrow?
On 13 September 2026, pollen conditions in Philadelphia will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at low levels and grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
On 12 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Philadelphia. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Philadelphia?
How often is the Philadelphia pollen forecast updated?
The Philadelphia pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, 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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