Barbacena pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

Get the full experience in the Airmine app.

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

Follow your pollen exposure and performance with the free Airmine–Strava integration. See your pollen and air quality exposure for every Strava activity.

Barbacena rises on the Minas Gerais southern highland plateau as a historic military college city, where native cerrado and Atlantic Forest species, eucalyptus, and highland grassland are the main pollen sources. The subtropical highland climate produces a well-defined pollen season, while the elevated plateau setting creates variable local pollen conditions and the wet summer months bring frequent rainfall interruptions throughout.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    High

    51/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    Low

    7/100

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):

    Low

    6/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Air quality in Barbacena

View air quality

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Barbacena right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Barbacena are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while willow remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Barbacena tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Barbacena this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress and willow pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Barbacena?

On 9 August 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Barbacena. willow are also present but at lower levels.

When is pollen season in Barbacena?
The dry season brings Barbacena's heaviest pollen exposure, led by native cerrado and Atlantic Forest species pollen, before the wet season restores more frequent rainfall interruptions.
How often is the Barbacena pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Barbacena 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 Barbacena 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 Barbacena, 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.

Want to see pollen forecasts for other cities in Brazil?

Check pollen in other popular cities:

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 Barbacena.

Get the full experience in the Airmine app.

Unless explicitly made clear, the content on this site has not been paid for by external organisations and is Airmine's sole responsibility.

Disclaimer: Forecasts are provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical advice. Actual pollen and air quality conditions may vary from the forecast. If you have allergies, asthma, or another medical condition, consult a healthcare professional. Please see our Terms of Service for important information about limitations of liability.