Kelowna pollen forecast — Downtown Kelowna neighborhood
Today (16 July) pollen in Downtown Kelowna, Kelowna is medium; grass is medium; ragweed is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass and ragweed will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Downtown Kelowna features boulevard trees and Okanagan Lake waterfront plantings as the main pollen sources, with exposure concentrated in this lakeside core known for its cultural district and marina.
Today - 16 July
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Medium
36/100
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Oak (Quercus):
None
0/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
None
0/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Low
10/100
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
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Medium
42/100
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Oak (Quercus):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
None
0/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Low
17/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Kelowna right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Kelowna are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while ambrosia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Kelowna tomorrow?
On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Kelowna will be similar to today, with ambrosia at low levels, grass at medium levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kelowna this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kelowna?
On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Kelowna. ambrosia are also present but at lower levels. oak, willow, alder, artemisia, birch, and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kelowna?
How often is the Kelowna pollen forecast updated?
The Kelowna pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kelowna 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 Kelowna 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 Kelowna, 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 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Downtown Kelowna, Kelowna.
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