Moderate Pollen in Jamaica, NY

About pollen in Jamaica

Tree pollen is the main driver of today's count in Jamaica, sitting at a moderate level that could be noticeable for those who tend to react to it. Grass pollen, by contrast, is quite low and unlikely to cause much trouble. Overall, it is a fairly manageable day for most people, though sensitive individuals may still feel some effects from the trees. Looking ahead, conditions are expected to hold fairly steady over the next few days, with tree pollen remaining moderate and grass staying low. This is a bit later than the usual spring peak for area trees like maple, oak, and ash, but species such as plane and amelanchier can continue contributing to counts into summer. As grass pollen tapers off heading into late summer, attention will gradually shift toward ragweed, which tends to become more prominent in the weeks ahead.

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 Jamaica, 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 Jamaica. Each bar is that genus's share of the tree pollen.

Meet the trees near you

Get to know the tree types growing around Jamaica: 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

Cherry

Prunus

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Callery pear

Pyrus calleryana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Japanese zelkova

Zelkova serrata

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Norway maple

Acer platanoides

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Chokecherry

Prunus virginiana

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Pin oak

Quercus palustris

Allergenicity 4/4Blooms spring

Littleleaf linden

Tilia cordata

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

Leaf plum purple

Prunus cerasifera

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Sophora

Styphnolobium japonicum

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

American linden

Tilia americana

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms summer

Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba

Allergenicity 1/4Blooms spring

Silver maple

Acer saccharinum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Red maple

Acer rubrum

Allergenicity 3/4Blooms spring

Kentucky coffeetree

Gymnocladus dioicus

Allergenicity 2/4Blooms spring

Common questions

What is the pollen count in Jamaica, NY today?

Jamaica, NY is at a moderate 3 out of 5 on the Universal Pollen Index today, driven mainly by tree pollen. The five-day outlook holds steady around 3 of 5.

Is tree pollen high in Jamaica, NY right now?

Tree pollen is moderate today at 3 of 5. Sensitive people may notice symptoms.

What plants are causing allergies in Jamaica, NY?

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