Staten Island pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Staten Island is low; grass is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - grass remains low, cypress at low levels. Over the following five days cypress will increase; grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Staten Island's parks, including Snug Harbor and the Staten Island Greenbelt, feature oak, maple, and birch as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more densely built parts of the borough. The Kill Van Kull and Arthur Kill waterways mean coastal breezes can periodically disperse pollen, while surrounding New Jersey woodland and farmland contribute additional tree and grass pollen.

Today - 25 June

  • 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

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    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 - 26 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    1/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    17/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Staten Island right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Staten Island are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Staten Island tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Staten Island will be different from today, with grass at low levels, cypress at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Staten Island this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while cypress pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Staten Island?

On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Staten Island. willow, hazel, and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Staten Island?
Staten Island's pollen season opens with maple and birch from late February, followed by oak through April and May. Grass pollen peaks through June and July, with ragweed extending the season into September. As part of the New York metropolitan area the season is well-defined and intense, while the Kill Van Kull and Arthur Kill waterways mean coastal breezes can occasionally moderate pollen levels along the shoreline.
How often is the Staten Island pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Staten Island 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 Staten Island 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 Staten Island, 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: 25 Jun 2026, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Staten Island.

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