Moderate Pollen in Fordham, NY

About pollen in Fordham

Tree pollen is the main contributor to today's moderate conditions in Fordham, with oak, honeylocust, plane, zelkova, and ash trees all contributing to the mix in the air. Weed pollen is present but at a lower, low level. Sensitive individuals may notice some effects today, though most people should get through the day without much trouble. Looking ahead, tree pollen is expected to ease over the next couple of days before ticking back up slightly by midweek, while weed pollen should hold steady at a low level throughout the stretch. This pattern is a bit unusual for mid-August, since tree pollen typically winds down well before now, giving way to weeds like ragweed as the dominant late-summer allergen. Keep in mind that late summer is also when grass and weed pollen tend to gain more of a foothold, so it's worth staying attentive as the season progresses.

What to do today

• Pollen is moderate today; sensitive people should limit long stretches outdoors, especially in the afternoon.
• Shower and change clothes after spending time outside.
• Keep windows closed during the highest-pollen hours.

Tree map

Every dot is a tree near Fordham, colored by how allergenic it is. Click one for its details, and zoom in for a closer look.

Top tree-pollen sources

The local tree genera behind today's pollen near Fordham. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

Meet the trees near you

Get to know the tree types growing around Fordham: what each looks like, how allergenic it is, and when it blooms.

Honeylocust

Gleditsia triacanthos

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Callery pear

Pyrus calleryana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Pin oak

Quercus palustris

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

London planetree

Platanus acerifolia

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Cherry

Prunus

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Littleleaf linden

Tilia cordata

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

Sophora

Styphnolobium japonicum

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Green ash

Fraxinus pennsylvanica

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Japanese zelkova

Zelkova serrata

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Norway maple

Acer platanoides

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

American elm

Ulmus americana

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

American linden

Tilia americana

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

Silver linden

Tilia tomentosa

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

Red maple

Acer rubrum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Northern red oak

Quercus rubra

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Fordham, NY today?

Fordham, NY is at a moderate 3 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by tree pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 2 to 3 of 5.

Is tree pollen high in Fordham, NY right now?

Tree pollen is moderate today at 3 of 5, and it's in season now. Sensitive people may notice symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Fordham, NY?

The main sources right now are Oak, Honeylocust, Plane, Zelkova, and Ash. Elm (Ulmaceae (the Elm family), Two distinct seasons, late winter to early spring, and late summer to fall (species dependent)) is actively pollinating.