São Borja pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in São Borja is low; cypress is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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São Borja commands the Rio Grande do Sul western border on the Uruguay River opposite Argentina as the birthplace of two Brazilian presidents, where native pampa grasses, eucalyptus, and riparian gallery forest along the Uruguay River are the main pollen sources. The subtropical climate produces a well-defined pollen season, while the flat Campanha landscape allows pollen to disperse widely and rainfall interruptions occur throughout the year throughout this historic Rio Grande do Sul river border city.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    15/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Amaranthaceae:

    None

    0/100

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 - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    15/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Amaranthaceae:

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in São Borja right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in São Borja are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in São Borja tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in São Borja will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in São Borja this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in São Borja?

On 16 July 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in São Borja. amaranthaceae and willow are not currently active.

When is pollen season in São Borja?
São Borja's pollen season follows the region's typical pattern, led by eucalyptus and riparian gallery forest along the Uruguay River pollen, with exposure varying across the year according to local seasonal rainfall and temperature patterns.
How often is the São Borja pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in São Borja 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 São Borja 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 São Borja, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for São Borja.

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