Provincetown pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Provincetown is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass declining, ragweed declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and ragweed will decrease; mugwort will remain stable.
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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) | Moderate | 26/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 52/100 |
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 | 21/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 47/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Provincetown's setting on the sandy tip of Cape Cod supports beach grass and dune scrub, pitch pine forest, and bayberry as the leading local vegetation, all factoring into the pollen count through the year. Wind patterns across the area help determine how far pollen travels from these source plants. As with most of the region, counts tend to build gradually rather than spike overnight.
Pollen season in Provincetown starts with maple and elm in March before birch and oak peaks during April and May. Peak grass pollen arrives in June and July, and mugwort and nettle extend exposure into September. Cold winters give way to a fast, concentrated spring pollen ramp-up across the region.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Massachusetts
Is pollen high in Provincetown right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Provincetown are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Provincetown tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Provincetown will be different from today, with ambrosia, grass continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Provincetown this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Provincetown?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Provincetown. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Provincetown?
How often is the Provincetown pollen forecast updated?
The Provincetown pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Provincetown 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 Provincetown 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 Provincetown, 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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