Staten Island pollen forecast — Greenridge neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Greenridge, Staten Island is moderate; grass is moderate; ragweed is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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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 | 44/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 14/100 |
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 | 38/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 8/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, within the neighborhood, hazel and willow cluster near the water, an early and reliable source of allergenic pollen. Nearby, just around the area, a wooded area built around oak and birch, both contributing heavily to the region's spring pollen totals. Here, near this part of town, this park's mix of turf and landscaped trees contributes a modest grass and ragweed pollen load.
Hazel and willow along the water get the season underway before other species, getting an early start, typically cresting between February and March. Oak and birch in the woods pick up where the earlier species leave off, reaching its high point through April and into May. Moving into early summer, grass pollen climbs to its seasonal high in June, before ragweed becomes the more dominant allergen from mid-August into October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New York
Is pollen high in Staten Island right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Staten Island are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Staten Island tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Staten Island will be similar to today, with ambrosia at low levels, grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Staten Island 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 Staten Island?
On 20 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Staten Island. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. artemisia are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Staten Island?
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.
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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