Waterbury pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (25 June) pollen in Waterbury is low; grass is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - grass remains low, cypress at low levels. Over the following five days cypress and grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
Waterbury's parks, including Hamilton Park and the Naugatuck River corridor, feature oak, birch, and maple as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Connecticut woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the river valley setting channels airflows and concentrates pollen across the city under prevailing southerly winds.
Today - 25 June
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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):
Low
9/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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 - 26 June
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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):
Low
11/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Low
21/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Waterbury right now?
On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Waterbury are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Waterbury tomorrow?
On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Waterbury will be different from today, with grass at low levels, cypress at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Waterbury this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass and cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Waterbury?
On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Waterbury. willow, hazel, and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Waterbury?
How often is the Waterbury pollen forecast updated?
The Waterbury pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Waterbury 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 Waterbury 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 Waterbury, 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: 25 Jun 2026, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Waterbury.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
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