Town of Ithaca pollen forecast — East Ithaca neighborhood
Today (30 August) pollen in East Ithaca, Town of Ithaca is high; ragweed is high; grass is moderate; mugwort is low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar. 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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Hazel and willow line the water's edge, releasing pollen that carries easily on the wind, just outside the immediate area. Here, within easy reach, a stand of oak and birch, the latter ranked among the region's most potent tree allergens. A park combining lawn grass and planted trees, both minor but real contributors to pollen here; this sits just outside the immediate area.
Today - 30 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Moderate
36/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
14/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
High
65/100
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
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Moderate
39/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
16/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
High
67/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Town of Ithaca right now?
On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Town of Ithaca are high. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Town of Ithaca tomorrow?
On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Town of Ithaca will be similar to today, with ambrosia at high levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Town of Ithaca this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while ambrosia and grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Town of Ithaca?
On 30 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Town of Ithaca. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Town of Ithaca?
How often is the Town of Ithaca pollen forecast updated?
The Town of Ithaca pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Town of Ithaca 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 Ithaca 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 Ithaca, 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 20:26 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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