Ipswich, MA Pollen Count Today

Live pollen forecast and air quality for Ipswich, Massachusetts

šŸ“ Ipswich, MAToday Ā· Jul 15
2/10
Breathabilityā„¢ Score
Challenging day - reduce exposure during peak pollen times.
🌳Tree Pollen
None
🌱Grass Pollen
Very High
🌿Weed Pollen
Very High

Today's Pollen Levels in Ipswich

Grass pollen and Weed pollen are both elevated today in Ipswich, which is driving the Breathabilityā„¢ Score down. People sensitive to multiple pollen types may notice stronger symptoms. With a Breathabilityā„¢ Score of 2, today may feel like a tougher allergy day.

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Yesterday's Pollen in Ipswich

→Tree pollen: None yesterday, None today
↑Grass pollen: Moderate yesterday, Very High todayHigher
↑Weed pollen: Moderate yesterday, High todayHigher

Pollen rose from Moderate to Very High for grass pollen. Wind may have spread more today.

You may notice stronger symptoms today compared to yesterday.

How Today's Pollen May Affect You

Mild allergy sufferers
You may feel symptoms sooner today. Grass pollen is elevated and air quality is Good, so lean toward shorter outings and cleaner indoor air.
Moderate allergy sufferers
Today may be rough. Limit prolonged outdoor time, keep indoor air filtered, and favor lower-exposure times of day.
Severe allergy sufferers
This may be a high-burden day. Minimize outdoor exposure where possible and focus on indoor spaces with filtered air.

5-Day Pollen Forecast

Today
Jul 14
Overall: Very High
Tree: None
Grass: Very High
Weed: High
Wind: 17 mph (may spread pollen)
Rain: 2%
Humidity: 54%
Wed
Jul 15
Overall: Very High
Tree: None
Grass: Very High
Weed: High
Wind: 17 mph (may spread pollen)
Rain: 17%
Humidity: 54%
Thu
Jul 16
Overall: High
Tree: None
Grass: High
Weed: Moderate
Wind: 17 mph (may spread pollen)
Rain: 36%
Humidity: 61%
Fri
Jul 17
Overall: High
Tree: None
Grass: High
Weed: High
Wind: 11 mph
Rain: 5%
Humidity: 66%
Sat
Jul 18
Overall: Moderate
Tree: None
Grass: Moderate
Weed: Low
Wind: 9 mph
Rain: 83% (may wash pollen out)
Humidity: 89%

Tree Pollen in Ipswich Today

Tree pollen in Ipswich is None today. Tree pollen season typically runs from early spring through late May, peaking when deciduous trees release their pollen. On low days like today, outdoor activities are generally comfortable for most allergy sufferers.

Species Breakdown

Alder0 grains/m³
Birch0 grains/m³
Hazel0 grains/m³
Oak0 grains/m³

Grass Pollen in Ipswich Today

Grass pollen in Ipswich is Very High today, reaching 269.74 grains/m³. Grass is currently elevated. People with grass pollen sensitivity may notice nasal congestion and itchy eyes, especially during outdoor activities.

Common Symptoms

  • Itchy nose and eyes
  • Sneezing fits
  • Nasal congestion
  • Watery eyes
  • Coughing or wheezing for sensitive people

Species Breakdown

Grass269.74 grains/m³

Weed Pollen in Ipswich Today

Weed pollen in Ipswich is Very High today, reaching 157.26 grains/m³. Mugwort and Ragweed are the primary driver. Ragweed is the most common allergen in this category, and elevated levels can trigger persistent symptoms even in people who are only mildly sensitive.

Common Symptoms

  • Persistent sneezing
  • Runny nose
  • Itchy eyes and throat
  • Nasal congestion
  • Fatigue from prolonged exposure

Species Breakdown

Mugwort157.26 grains/m³
Ragweed0 grains/m³

Air Quality in Ipswich Today

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Air Quality
Good
Good

Air Pollutant Breakdown

PM2.5Good
8 µg/m³
Tiny particles smaller than 2.5 micrometers that can reach deep into your lungs and bloodstream. High levels can affect breathing and heart health.
PM10Good
8 µg/m³
Larger particles up to 10 micrometers, like dust or pollen. They can irritate your airways and worsen allergies or asthma.
Ozone (O3)Moderate
127 µg/m³
Elevated levels irritate airways and can worsen asthma symptoms.
Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)Good
4.3 µg/m³
A respiratory irritant from vehicle exhaust that can trigger inflammation in sensitive airways.
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)Good
0.9 µg/m³
Even brief exposure can tighten airways, especially for people with asthma.
Carbon Monoxide (CO)Good
169 µg/m³
High levels reduce oxygen delivery in the body, compounding breathing difficulty on high-pollen days.

Weather in Ipswich Today

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Weather
85°F
Sunny
Humidity
59%
Wind
15 mph W
Feels Like
88°F
Pressure
1008 mb

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