Springfield pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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Springfield's parks, including Washington Park and the Sangamon River corridor, feature oak, maple, and elm as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Illinois farmland and prairie contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while the flat, open Midwest landscape allows pollen to disperse readily across the city under prevailing westerly winds.

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):

    Low

    19/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    None

    0/100

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

    17/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Springfield right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Springfield are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Springfield tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Springfield will be similar to today, with grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Springfield 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 Springfield?

On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Springfield. cypress, oak, willow, alder, ambrosia, artemisia, and birch are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Springfield?
Springfield's pollen season in Massachusetts opens with maple and birch from late March, slightly later than southern New England cities due to the cooler inland climate. Oak follows through April and May, with grass peaking through June and July. Ragweed extends the season into September. The Connecticut River valley channels airflows and concentrates pollen, while surrounding Massachusetts woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen.
How often is the Springfield pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Springfield 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 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, 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 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Springfield.

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