Trenton pollen forecast — Old Barracks Museum neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Old Barracks Museum, Trenton is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass remains low, ragweed declining, 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 | 21/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 1/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 26/100 |
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 | 3/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 7/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Old Barracks Museum is a colonial-era barracks museum downtown. Vegetation here reflects the wider Trenton area, with tree and grass pollen exposure following the same regional pattern as the rest of the city. As with most sublevel sites, local landscaping can shift counts slightly from the citywide average.
Old Barracks Museum, a landmark in Trenton, opens its pollen season with cedar and elm from late February with oak taking the lead through April. Grass pollen then peaks through May and June, and mugwort and nettle extend exposure into September. The mild mid-Atlantic climate advances the season compared to more northern East Coast cities, consistent with the wider Trenton area.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New Jersey
Is pollen high in Trenton right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Trenton are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Trenton tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Trenton will be different from today, with grass at low levels and ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Trenton 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 Trenton?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Trenton. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Trenton?
How often is the Trenton pollen forecast updated?
The Trenton pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Trenton 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 Trenton 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 Trenton, 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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