Antwerpen pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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The vegetation around Antwerpen, on the Scheldt river estuary, is led by oak and hornbeam among tree species, with grass pollen adding to seasonal totals from the surrounding Antwerpen land. Streets close to open ground typically see a different mix than the denser centre, particularly once the main tree pollen peak has eased off.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    18/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    High

    70/100

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):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Medium

    47/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Antwerpen right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Antwerpen are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Antwerpen tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Antwerpen will be different from today, with artemisia continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Antwerpen 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 Antwerpen?

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

When is pollen season in Antwerpen?
Spring in Antwerpen brings the sharpest pollen exposure, led by oak and hornbeam after an early hazel and alder start; grass pollen extends the season into summer, with the overall period running January through August. ragweed adds a modest late-season tail in areas near farmland.
How often is the Antwerpen pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Antwerpen 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 Antwerpen 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 Antwerpen, 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 Antwerpen.

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