Barbacena pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Barbacena is moderate; willow is moderate; cypress is vhigh.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress and willow will decrease; grass 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) | Vhigh | 87/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 |
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) | Vhigh | 87/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | Moderate | 31/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
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.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Minas Gerais
Is pollen high in Barbacena right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Barbacena are very high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while willow remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Barbacena tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Barbacena will be similar to today, with cypress at very high levels, willow at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Barbacena this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress and willow pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Barbacena?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Barbacena. willow are also present but at lower levels. grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Barbacena?
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.
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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