New York Allergy Forecast: Grass Pollen Season Begins Amid Low Overall Levels
According to IQAir’s New York pollen tracker, the state is currently experiencing low overall pollen levels, which translates to minimal allergy risks for most individuals. However, sensitive groups may still experience mild symptoms. The pollen scale ranges from 0 (low) to 4 (very high), and all categories—tree, grass, and weed pollen—are currently rated as low. Despite this, New York is transitioning into grass pollen season, which typically begins in late May and continues through the summer. This seasonal shift marks the decline of tree pollen and the rise of grass pollen as the dominant allergen. Weather conditions such as wind, rain, and temperature fluctuations can cause rapid changes in pollen levels, even on days categorized as low. Allergy sufferers may notice an overlap of allergens during this period, making late May particularly challenging. 
