Hillside Community, Town of Vestal Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Hillside Community, Town of Vestal is low; ragweed is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort and ragweed will increase; grass will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 5/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| 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 | 4/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around this site in Town of Vestal is woodland, with some built-up land. Maple heads the list of allergenic trees nearby, ahead of oak and birch. Grasses are a major source, with mugwort and plantain adding to the weed pollen load. In the built-up parts of the area, street trees, gardens and park lawns add to the local mix.
Tree pollen peaks in mid-spring, when the weather warms to around 10°C and maple, oak and birch are in full flower. Grasses take over in early summer and keep pollen in the air into late summer. Mugwort and plantain bring a final peak from midsummer into early fall. By late fall, as temperatures fall to around 5°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New York
Is pollen high in Town of Vestal right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Town of Vestal are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Town of Vestal tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Town of Vestal will be similar to today, with ambrosia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Town of Vestal this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Town of Vestal?
On 10 October 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Town of Vestal. artemisia and grass are not currently active.
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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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