Town of Vestal pollen forecast — Hillside Community neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Hillside Community, Town of Vestal is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed declining, grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected.
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 | 19/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 11/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 34/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 12/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
A stretch of hazel and willow lines the water, feeding some of spring's earliest pollen, near this part of town. Woods composed largely of oak and birch, a combination tied to sharp spring pollen spikes; this sits in the surrounding area. Comparable land cover in surrounding areas tends to produce a similar pollen mix overall.
The water-adjacent hazel and willow are early risers, reaching its high point sometime in late winter or early spring. Oak and birch nearby take over the pollen calendar through mid-spring, reaching its high point through April and into May. Late spring sees grass pollen build steadily toward a peak in June, 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 Vestal right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Town of Vestal 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 Vestal tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Town of Vestal will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Town of Vestal 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 Vestal?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Town of Vestal. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Town of Vestal?
How often is the Town of Vestal pollen forecast updated?
The Town of Vestal pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Town of Vestal 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 Vestal 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 Vestal, 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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