Providence pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Providence is medium; grass is medium; ragweed is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar - grass declining. Over the following five days grass and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Providence's New England urban green network, anchored by Roger Williams Park and the Providence River corridor, features oak, birch, and maple as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Rhode Island and Massachusetts woodland and farmland contribute additional grass and tree pollen, while the coastal position means onshore Atlantic winds can periodically disperse urban pollen across the city.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    32/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    14/100

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 - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    2/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    None

    0/100

Pollen forecast for neighborhoods and landmarks in Providence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Providence right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Providence are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Providence tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Providence will be different from today, with grass continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Providence this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Providence?

On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Providence. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. artemisia, birch, cypress, oak, willow, and alder are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Providence?
Providence's pollen season opens with maple and birch from late March, slightly later than mid-Atlantic cities due to the cooler New England climate. Oak follows through April and May, with grass peaking through June and July. Ragweed extends the season into September. The coastal position means onshore Atlantic winds can periodically disperse pollen, while surrounding Rhode Island and Massachusetts woodland contribute substantial tree pollen during spring.
How often is the Providence pollen forecast updated?

The Providence pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Providence 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 Providence 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 Providence, 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: 16 July 2026 at 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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