Winthrop pollen forecast — Winthrop Highlands neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (2 September) pollen in Winthrop Highlands, Winthrop is moderate; grass and ragweed are moderate; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (3 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week ragweed will increase; grass and mugwort will decrease; cypress will remain stable.
Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset. Airmine's estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily. Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA) Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 2 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 | 27/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 17/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 45/100 |
Tomorrow - 3 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 | 29/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 18/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 46/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
This area, in the vicinity, has the waterway's edge supports hazel and willow, species known for potent, wind-carried pollen. Nearby, just around the area, oak and birch dominating the treeline, both heavy contributors to the spring pollen load. Located within the neighborhood's edge, this area has a park whose turf grass and ornamental plantings feed local grass and ragweed pollen levels.
Hazel and willow along the water get the season underway before other species, usually the first pollen source active, peaking sometime in February or March. The woodland's oak and birch trees become the main pollen source by mid-spring, usually peaking from April into May. Moving into early summer, grass pollen climbs to its seasonal high in June, before ragweed takes over as the dominant allergen from mid-August through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Massachusetts
Is pollen high in Winthrop right now?
On 2 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Winthrop are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia and artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Winthrop tomorrow?
On 3 September 2026, pollen conditions in Winthrop will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at moderate levels, ambrosia at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Winthrop this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while ambrosia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Winthrop?
On 2 September 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Winthrop. ambrosia and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Winthrop?
How often is the Winthrop pollen forecast updated?
The Winthrop pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Winthrop 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 Winthrop 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 Winthrop, 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 exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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