Moderate Pollen in Jamaica, NY

About pollen in Jamaica

Tree pollen is the main contributor to today's moderate conditions in Jamaica, with trees such as plane, maple, oak, ash, and amelanchier all contributing to the count. This level can be noticeable for those with sensitivities, particularly during outdoor activity in the afternoon, while weed pollen remains very low and should not pose much concern. Looking ahead, tree pollen is expected to hold steady over the next several days, while weed pollen may tick up slightly by the end of the week, though it should stay on the milder side. This pattern is a bit unusual for late September, when tree pollen typically has already wound down for the year and ragweed, a common late-summer and fall weed, tends to take the lead. Those sensitive to tree pollen may want to keep that in mind as the season transitions.

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. Over the next five days it ranges from 1 to 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. Ragweed (Asteraceae (the daisy family), Late summer, fall) is actively pollinating.