Youngstown pollen forecast — Bryn Mawr neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Bryn Mawr, Youngstown is moderate; ragweed is moderate; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) ragweed declining, grass no longer expected, mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase.
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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 | 19/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 1/100 |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Moderate | 40/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | None | 0/100 | |
| Ragweed (Ambrosia) | Low | 16/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Here, a moderate 400-500 meters from here, hazel and willow cluster near the water, an early and reliable source of allergenic pollen. Here, only about 100 meters off, tree cover made up mostly of oak and birch, both significant spring allergen sources. Actual counts still shift year to year with temperature, rainfall, and prevailing wind.
The bank's hazel and willow kick off the pollen season ahead of the rest, hitting its peak before most trees have even budded, around late winter into March. Oak and birch in the nearby woodland follow in mid-to-late spring, climbing steadily through spring to a peak in April or May. Moving into early summer, grass pollen climbs to its seasonal high in June, and then ragweed picks up the slack, running from mid-August through October.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ohio
Is pollen high in Youngstown right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Youngstown are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Youngstown tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Youngstown will be different from today, with ambrosia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Youngstown 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 Youngstown?
On 20 September 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Youngstown. artemisia and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Youngstown?
How often is the Youngstown pollen forecast updated?
The Youngstown pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Youngstown 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 Youngstown 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 Youngstown, 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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