White Plains pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in White Plains is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; grass and ragweed will decrease.
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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) | Moderate | 33/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 2/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 45/100 |
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) | Moderate | 34/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 4/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 45/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
White Plains's Westchester County New York setting features oak, maple, and tulip poplar as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between the wooded Greenburgh residential areas to the west and the more built-up downtown commercial corridors. The Bronx River corridor provides locally significant green space, while the Westchester County parkland to the west creates distinct forested-urban pollen gradients and the urban proximity to New York City means the urban heat island advances seasonal timing slightly.
White Plains's Westchester County New York setting produces a season opening in late March with elm and maple before birch and oak peak through May. Grass from surrounding New York farmland peaks through June and July before mugwort and nettle extend exposure into September. The Bronx River headwaters setting channels airflows, while the urban proximity to New York City means the urban heat island extends the season slightly at both ends.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in New York
Is pollen high in White Plains right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in White Plains are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in White Plains tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in White Plains will be similar to today, with ambrosia at moderate levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in White Plains this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in White Plains?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in White Plains. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in White Plains?
How often is the White Plains pollen forecast updated?
The White Plains pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in White Plains 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 White Plains 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 White Plains, 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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