Springfield, Massachusetts pollen forecast — Upper Worthington Historic District neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Upper Worthington Historic District, Springfield, Massachusetts is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass increasing, ragweed increasing, 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 | 9/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 30/100 |
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) | Moderate | 35/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 16/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | High | 57/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Nearby, within the neighborhood's edge, a wooded stretch of oak and birch, with birch responsible for some of the sharpest spring counts. Here, in the wider area, a park whose turf grass and ornamental plantings feed local grass and ragweed pollen levels. Comparable land cover in surrounding areas tends to produce a similar pollen mix overall.
As spring advances, oak and birch in the nearby woodland become the dominant source, generally peaking somewhere between April and May. Late spring brings rising grass pollen that crests in June, followed by ragweed's own peak stretch from mid-August into October. This general pattern holds fairly steady across the surrounding county from year to year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Massachusetts
Is pollen high in Springfield, Massachusetts right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Springfield, Massachusetts are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Springfield, Massachusetts tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Springfield, Massachusetts will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels and ambrosia, grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Springfield, Massachusetts this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Springfield, Massachusetts?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Springfield, Massachusetts. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Springfield, Massachusetts?
How often is the Springfield, Massachusetts pollen forecast updated?
The Springfield, Massachusetts pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Springfield, Massachusetts 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 Springfield, Massachusetts 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 Springfield, Massachusetts, 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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