Gjirokastër pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Gjirokastër is high; mugwort is high; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort declining, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; mugwort will decrease; cypress and willow will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 4/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 57/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 50/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Surrounded by Gjirokastër countryside and sitting on a hillside above the Drino valley, Gjirokastër sees plane and pine as the leading tree pollen source, with grass building steadily as the season advances. The contrast between green space and dense streets shapes how residents experience the season differently across town.
Gjirokastër follows a pattern typical of Gjirokastër: cypress and olive first, then plane and pine over the following weeks, then grass into early summer, running the winter-to-summer stretch from January to August overall. the dry Mediterranean summer that follows limits any late-season tail.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Gjirokastër
Is pollen high in Gjirokastër right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Gjirokastër are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Gjirokastër tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Gjirokastër will be different from today, with artemisia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Gjirokastër this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Gjirokastër?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Gjirokastër. grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Gjirokastër?
How often is the Gjirokastër pollen forecast updated?
The Gjirokastër pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Gjirokastër 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 Gjirokastër 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 Gjirokastër, 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.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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