High Pollen in Gravesend, NY

About pollen in Gravesend

Tree pollen is the main story in Gravesend today, running high and likely to be noticeable for anyone sensitive to it. Plane, oak, ash, maple, and birch trees are the most likely local sources at this time of year. Grass pollen, by contrast, is barely present and shouldn't cause much concern. Looking ahead, tree pollen is expected to hold at a similarly high level in the near term, so those affected should expect little relief over the next few days. Grass pollen should stay quiet and steady throughout the stretch. It's worth noting that tree pollen typically peaks earlier in the year, so this level of activity in midsummer is a bit unusual and worth keeping an eye on as the season progresses.

What to do today

• Pollen is high today; limit time outdoors, especially on dry, windy afternoons.
• Keep windows closed and use recirculated air indoors.
• Shower and change clothes soon after coming inside.
• Consider an over-the-counter antihistamine if you're prone to symptoms.

Tree map

Every dot is a tree near Gravesend, 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 Gravesend. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

Meet the trees near you

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

Honeylocust

Gleditsia triacanthos

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

London planetree

Platanus acerifolia

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Callery pear

Pyrus calleryana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Sophora

Styphnolobium japonicum

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Pin oak

Quercus palustris

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Green ash

Fraxinus pennsylvanica

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Japanese zelkova

Zelkova serrata

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

American elm

Ulmus americana

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Eastern redcedar

Juniperus virginiana

Allergenicity 5/4Blooms winter,spring

Kentucky coffeetree

Gymnocladus dioicus

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Littleleaf linden

Tilia cordata

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

Chinese elm

Ulmus parvifolia

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Leaf plum purple

Prunus cerasifera

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

American linden

Tilia americana

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

Cherry

Prunus

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Gravesend, NY today?

Gravesend, NY is at a high 4 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by tree pollen. Over the next five days it ranges from 1 to 4 of 5.

Is tree pollen high in Gravesend, NY right now?

Tree pollen is high today at 4 of 5. Many allergy sufferers will have symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Gravesend, NY?

The main sources right now are Plane, Oak, Ash, Maple, and Birch.