North Vancouver pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in North Vancouver is low; grass and ragweed are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar - grass remains low. Over the following five days grass and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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North Vancouver's steep Coast Mountain slopes feature western hemlock, cedar, and Douglas fir as dominant pollen sources, with Lynn Canyon's rainforest contrasting the harbourfront shipyards along Burrard Inlet.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    24/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Low

    9/100

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):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    13/100

  • Oak (Quercus):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in North Vancouver right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in North Vancouver are low. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in North Vancouver tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in North Vancouver will be different from today, with grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in North Vancouver this week?

According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in North Vancouver?

On 16 July 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in North Vancouver. grass are also present but at lower levels. willow, alder, artemisia, birch, cypress, and oak are not currently active.

When is pollen season in North Vancouver?
Perched on forested slopes overlooking Burrard Inlet, North Vancouver experiences a mild, coastal pollen season, with alder and cedar producing an early spring bloom, while the city's steep mountainside forest sustains a fairly long summer grass season, with ragweed remaining a minor presence given the region's persistent rainfall.
How often is the North Vancouver pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in North Vancouver 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 North Vancouver 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 North Vancouver, 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 North Vancouver.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

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