Town of Amherst pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Town of Amherst is medium; ragweed is medium; mugwort is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - mugwort remains low, ragweed remains medium, grass at low levels. 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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Located in the wider area, this area has water here is bordered by hazel and willow, both notable sources of wind-borne pollen. Ground-level conditions like local landscaping can nudge these figures slightly either way. Nearby weather stations report comparable trends across the broader stretch of the county. Small shifts in elevation or soil type can move these figures a little either way.

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):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    14/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    36/100

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

    3/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    20/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    44/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Town of Amherst right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Town of Amherst are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Town of Amherst tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Town of Amherst will be different from today, with ambrosia at medium levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Town of Amherst 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 Town of Amherst?

On 9 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Town of Amherst. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress and grass are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Town of Amherst?
Near the bank, hazel and willow lead the seasonal calendar, usually the first pollen source active, peaking sometime in February or March. Grass pollen becomes the dominant allergen through late spring, peaking in June, before ragweed becomes the more dominant allergen from mid-August into October. Actual peak timing can drift earlier or later depending on how the season's weather plays out.
How often is the Town of Amherst pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Town of Amherst 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 Town of Amherst 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 Town of Amherst, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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