Swatara Township pollen forecast — Pleasant View neighborhood

Today (30 August) pollen in Pleasant View, Swatara Township is high; ragweed is high; grass and mugwort are moderate. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar - ragweed remains high, grass declining, mugwort declining. Over the following five days grass and ragweed will increase; mugwort will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Located in the surrounding area, this area has hazel and willow crowd the water's edge, both classic sources of early allergenic pollen. Located within easy reach, this area has this patch of forest is largely oak and birch, a pairing known for heavy spring pollen output. Here, within the neighborhood's edge, parkland with regularly mown grass and planted trees, both sources of grass and ragweed pollen.

Today - 30 August

  • 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):

    Moderate

    37/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    70/100

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 - 31 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    22/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    14/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    High

    52/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Swatara Township right now?

On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Swatara Township are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Swatara Township tomorrow?

On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Swatara Township will be different from today, with ambrosia at high levels and grass, artemisia continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Swatara Township this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Swatara Township?

On 30 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Swatara Township. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Swatara Township?
Near the bank, hazel and willow lead the seasonal calendar, getting an early start, typically cresting between February and March. Oak and birch nearby take over the pollen calendar through mid-spring, reaching maximum intensity across the April-May window. Late spring sees grass pollen build steadily toward a peak in June, before ragweed takes over as the dominant allergen from mid-August through October.
How often is the Swatara Township pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Swatara Township 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 Swatara Township 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 Swatara Township, 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: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Pleasant View, Swatara Township.

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