Suffolk pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Suffolk is medium; mugwort is medium; grass and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Suffolk's parks and the Nansemond River corridor feature oak, pine, and sweet gum as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city areas. Surrounding Great Dismal Swamp and Virginia coastal plain woodland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the flat, low-lying landscape allows pollen to disperse readily across the area.

Today - 9 August

  • 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):

    Medium

    28/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    14/100

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 - 10 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    14/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Medium

    37/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    24/100

Air quality in Suffolk

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Pollen forecast for neighborhoods and landmarks in Suffolk

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Suffolk right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Suffolk are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Suffolk tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Suffolk will be similar to today, with ambrosia at low levels, artemisia at medium levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Suffolk 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 Suffolk?

On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Suffolk. ambrosia and grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Suffolk?
Suffolk's pollen season opens with oak and pine from late January, followed by sweet gum through February and March. Grass pollen peaks through May and June, with ragweed extending the season into October. The Great Dismal Swamp and surrounding Virginia coastal plain woodland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the Chesapeake Bay position means coastal breezes can periodically disperse urban pollen throughout the extended season.
How often is the Suffolk pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Suffolk 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 Suffolk 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 Suffolk, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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