Shawme-Crowell State Forest - Area 1, Sandwich Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Shawme-Crowell State Forest - Area 1, Sandwich is none.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) grass at low levels, mugwort at low levels, ragweed at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 October
| 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | None | 0/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 October
| 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 | 4/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 14/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This location in Sandwich is surrounded mainly by woodland, which covers around 82% of the nearby area. Oak heads the list of allergenic trees nearby, ahead of willow. Grass pollen is plentiful, while mugwort and plantain lead among the weeds. Gaps in the canopy, trails and forest edges give grasses and herbs room to grow.
Oak and willow lead the season in late spring, as temperatures climb to around 15°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Then come the grasses, strongest in early summer and fading by early fall. Mugwort and plantain bring a final peak from midsummer into early fall. Mold spores join in from early summer into early fall, when damp, warm spells let them thrive.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Massachusetts
Is pollen high in Sandwich right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Sandwich.
Will pollen levels change in Sandwich tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Sandwich will be different from today, with ambrosia at low levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Sandwich 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 Sandwich?
On 11 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Sandwich.
When is pollen season in Sandwich?
How often is the Sandwich pollen forecast updated?
The Sandwich pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Sandwich 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 Sandwich 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 Sandwich, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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