Vancouver pollen forecast — Kitsilano neighborhood

Today (9 August) pollen in Kitsilano, Vancouver is medium; ragweed is medium; grass is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - grass remains low, ragweed remains medium, mugwort at low levels. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

Get the full experience in the Airmine app.

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

Follow your pollen exposure and performance with the free Airmine–Strava integration. See your pollen and air quality exposure for every Strava activity.

Kitsilano features cherry, maple, and beach-grass vegetation as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between the popular English Bay beachfront and dense low-rise residential streets inland.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    3/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    32/100

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 - 10 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    18/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    5/100

  • Ragweed (Ambrosia):

    Medium

    47/100

Other Landmarks in Vancouver

Sports venues in Vancouver

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Vancouver right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Vancouver are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Vancouver tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Vancouver will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels, ambrosia at medium levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Vancouver this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Vancouver?

On 9 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in Vancouver. grass are also present but at lower levels. artemisia and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Vancouver?
Lined with beachfront promenades and mature street trees, Kitsilano experiences a fairly strong spring tree pollen season, with nearby beach parks and residential gardens sustaining a steady, mild grass pollen presence through the damp Vancouver summer.
How often is the Vancouver pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in 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 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 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.

Check pollen in other popular cities:

Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Kitsilano, Vancouver.

Get the full experience in the Airmine app.

Unless explicitly made clear, the content on this site has not been paid for by external organisations and is Airmine's sole responsibility.

Disclaimer: Forecasts are provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical advice. Actual pollen and air quality conditions may vary from the forecast. If you have allergies, asthma, or another medical condition, consult a healthcare professional. Please see our Terms of Service for important information about limitations of liability.