Bulqizë pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Bulqizë is low; hazel, grass, and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days hazel, grass, and mugwort will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Bulqizë's position in a mountain valley of northeastern Albania means oak and plane dominate the local tree pollen count, with grass pollen from surrounding Dibër land adding to totals into early summer. The mix of built-up streets and nearby open ground creates uneven exposure across the town, and residents on the leafier fringes tend to notice higher counts than those nearer the centre.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    Low

    1/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    10/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    1/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 10 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    Low

    11/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    20/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    12/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Bulqizë right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Bulqizë are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while hazel and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Bulqizë tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Bulqizë will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, hazel at low levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Bulqizë this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, hazel, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Bulqizë?

On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Bulqizë. hazel and grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress and willow are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Bulqizë?
Bulqizë's exposure builds from an early pine and eucalyptus phase into a oak and plane peak, with grass pollen keeping counts up into summer over the January-to-August window in total. the Mediterranean climate's dry summer keeps autumn pollen minimal, a pattern common across Dibër.
How often is the Bulqizë pollen forecast updated?

The Bulqizë pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Bulqizë come from nearby or far away?

Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.

Are pollen levels in Bulqizë based on measurements or forecasts?

Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.

Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in Bulqizë, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.

This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.

Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Bulqizë.

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