Pittsfield pollen forecast — Downtown Pittsfield neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Downtown Pittsfield, Pittsfield is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains low, ragweed remains moderate, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will decrease.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 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 | 3/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 35/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 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) | Low | 19/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 50/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Downtown Pittsfield, best described as the city's downtown core in the Berkshires, follows Pittsfield's general vegetation pattern rather than a distinct local mix of its own. Exposure here depends mainly on how much tree and lawn cover surrounds the immediate site.
At Downtown Pittsfield, a neighborhood in Pittsfield, the pollen season opens with maple and elm from March before birch and oak extends the tree season through April and May. Grass pollen then peaks through June and July, and a modest weed pollen tail continues into September. Cold winters give way to a fast, concentrated spring pollen ramp-up across the region throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Massachusetts
Is pollen high in Pittsfield right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Pittsfield are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Pittsfield tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Pittsfield will be different from today, with grass at low levels, ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Pittsfield this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass, ambrosia, and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Pittsfield?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Pittsfield. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Pittsfield?
How often is the Pittsfield pollen forecast updated?
The Pittsfield pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Pittsfield 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 Pittsfield 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 Pittsfield, 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/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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