Boom pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (16 July) pollen in Boom is low; grass and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass and mugwort will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app
Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team
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Boom sits on the Schelde River in the Antwerp province, where oak, birch, and linden birch and linden are the main contributors among tree species, and grass from surrounding Flanders land adds further exposure into summer. The mix of green space and dense streets creates uneven exposure across the area.
Today - 16 July
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
1/100
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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 - 17 July
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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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):
None
0/100
Air quality in Boom
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Boom right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Boom are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Boom tomorrow?
On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Boom will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Boom this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Boom?
On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Boom. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. birch, hazel, cypress, willow, and alder are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Boom?
How often is the Boom pollen forecast updated?
The Boom pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Boom 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 Boom 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 Boom, 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: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Boom.
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