Philadelphia pollen forecast — Fairmount Park neighborhood

Today (1 August) pollen in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia is low; grass, mugwort, and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (2 August 2026) levels are similar - grass remains low, ragweed remains low. 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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Fairmount Park is a mid-Atlantic city with classic hardwood canopy along broad avenues. Tree pollen begins with elm in March and peaks with oak in late April. Fairmount Park — one of the largest urban parks in the US — is a major pollen source.

Today - 1 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    14/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    6/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    21/100

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 - 2 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    6/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    15/100

Other Landmarks in Philadelphia

Barnes Foundation East Passyunk Eastern State Penitentiary Fairmount Park Fishtown Germantown Independence Hall Liberty Bell Manayunk Northern Liberties Old City Penn's Landing Philadelphia Museum of Art Reading Terminal Market Rittenhouse Square South Street

Sports venues in Philadelphia

Aronimink Golf Club – Championship Course Merion Golf Club – East Course

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Philadelphia right now?

On 1 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Philadelphia are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Philadelphia tomorrow?

On 2 August 2026, pollen conditions in Philadelphia will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Philadelphia this week?

According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Philadelphia?

On 1 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Philadelphia. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Philadelphia?
Fairmount Park's pollen season lines up with the rest of Philadelphia, starting with cedar and elm in late February then oak follows, running through April. Grass follows, peaking through May and June, while ragweed and mugwort extend the weed season into September. Relatively mild winters here bring the tree pollen season forward compared to points further north.
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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 1 August 2026 at 15:54 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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