Wavre pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Wavre is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; cypress, grass, 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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 25/100 |
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) | Low | 20/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
In Waals-Brabant, Wavre lies on the Dyle river plain in Walloon Brabant; local vegetation is dominated by oak and linden, and grass and nettle pollen from the wider countryside pushes totals higher as spring turns to summer. Exposure differs meaningfully between the town centre and its greener edges, with the surrounding Waals-Brabant land contributing an additional, steadier layer of grass pollen through the warmer months.
In Waals-Brabant, Wavre experiences hazel and willow first, a oak and linden peak in the middle of spring, and grass and nettle pollen through early summer, spanning the January-to-August window. mugwort and ragweed extend exposure modestly into early autumn near open farmland. The town's position on the Dyle river plain in Walloon Brabant plays into how the season plays out.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Waals-Brabant
Is pollen high in Wavre right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Wavre are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Wavre tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Wavre will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Wavre this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Wavre?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Wavre. grass, willow, and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Wavre?
How often is the Wavre pollen forecast updated?
The Wavre pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Wavre 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 Wavre 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 Wavre, 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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