Salvador pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Salvador is low; cypress and grass are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; cypress will decrease; 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) | Low | 7/100 |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 1/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
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) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Salvador's coastal urban vegetation on the Todos os Santos Bay features coconut palm, mango, and native Atlantic Forest species as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Bahia coastal restinga and Atlantic Forest fragments contribute additional pollen, while onshore trade winds from the southeast regularly disperse pollen across the coastal city throughout the year.
Salvador's tropical coastal setting produces a near year-round pollen season, with coconut palm, mango, and native Atlantic Forest species contributing through winter and spring. Grass pollen from urban open spaces contributes throughout the year, while the wet season from April to June brings the most frequent rainfall interruptions. Onshore trade winds from the southeast regularly disperse pollen across the coastal city throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Bahia
Is pollen high in Salvador right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Salvador are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Salvador tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Salvador will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Salvador this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Salvador?
On 20 September 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Salvador. grass are also present but at lower levels. willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Salvador?
How often is the Salvador pollen forecast updated?
The Salvador pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Salvador 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 Salvador 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 Salvador, 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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