Town of Southold pollen forecast — Laughing Waters neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Laughing Waters, Town of Southold is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains low, mugwort remains low, ragweed declining.
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) | Low | 25/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 15/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 35/100 |
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) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 24/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, a short distance from here, the riverbank shelters hazel and willow, two trees whose pollen travels readily on the breeze. Nearby, in the wider area, this patch of forest is largely oak and birch, a pairing known for heavy spring pollen output. A nearby park's turf and ornamental trees layer grass and ragweed pollen onto the seasonal mix, in the vicinity.
The waterside hazel and willow are consistently first to release pollen each year, leading off the pollen calendar, with a peak generally falling in late winter. Oak and birch in the nearby woodland follow in mid-to-late spring, reaching maximum intensity across the April-May window. Grass pollen rises through late spring toward a June high point, and then ragweed picks up the slack, running from mid-August through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New York
Is pollen high in Town of Southold right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Town of Southold are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Town of Southold tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Town of Southold will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels and ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Town of Southold 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 Southold?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Town of Southold. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Town of Southold?
How often is the Town of Southold pollen forecast updated?
The Town of Southold pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Town of Southold 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 Southold 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 Southold, 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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