Ilhéus pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Ilhéus is moderate; cypress and willow are moderate; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, grass, and willow will decrease.
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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) | Moderate | 43/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 1/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | Moderate | 26/100 |
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) | Moderate | 48/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 12/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | Moderate | 28/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Ilhéus lines the Bahia southern Atlantic coast as the capital of Brazil's cacao country, where native Atlantic Forest remnants, cacao plantation trees, and restinga coastal scrub are the main pollen sources. The tropical climate supports year-round pollen production, while the very wet coastal Atlantic Forest climate provides very frequent rainfall interruptions and the cacao plantation contributes a distinctive and commercially important local pollen source throughout.
Ilhéus's pollen season follows the region's typical pattern, led by cacao plantation trees and restinga coastal scrub pollen, with exposure varying across the year according to local seasonal rainfall and temperature patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Bahia
Is pollen high in Ilhéus right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Ilhéus are moderate. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while willow and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Ilhéus tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Ilhéus will be similar to today, with cypress at moderate levels, grass at low levels, willow at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Ilhéus this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress, grass, and willow pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Ilhéus?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Ilhéus. willow and grass are also present but at lower levels.
When is pollen season in Ilhéus?
How often is the Ilhéus pollen forecast updated?
The Ilhéus pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Ilhéus 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 Ilhéus 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 Ilhéus, 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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