Moderate Pollen in Jamaica, NY

About pollen in Jamaica

Tree pollen is the main factor in Jamaica today, sitting at a moderate level that could be noticeable for those who tend to react to it. Weed pollen, meanwhile, is quiet and unlikely to cause much trouble. Overall, it is a fairly manageable day for most people, with some mild irritation possible for those more sensitive to tree varieties like plane, maple, oak, ash, and amelanchier. Looking ahead, tree pollen is expected to ease noticeably after today, dropping to a low level for the rest of the stretch. Weed pollen should remain low as well, with only a slight uptick midweek before settling back down. This pattern is a bit unusual for mid-August, since tree pollen typically peaks in spring rather than late summer, so the drop-off aligns with the season moving toward its usual quieter stretch before ragweed and other fall weeds become more relevant later on.

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, and it's in season now. 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. Elm (Ulmaceae (the Elm family), Two distinct seasons, late winter to early spring, and late summer to fall (species dependent)) is actively pollinating.