Zadar pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Zadar is low; grass is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar - grass increasing. Over the following five days grass will decrease. 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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Zadar's coastal parks and the Zadar Channel waterfront olive and lentisk are the main contributors among tree species, and grass from neighbouring Zadarska Županija land adds further exposure into summer. The mix of green space and dense streets creates uneven exposure across the area.

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

    22/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    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):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    30/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Zadar right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Zadar are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Zadar tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Zadar will be different from today, with grass increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Zadar this week?

According to the five-day outlook, 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 Zadar?

On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Zadar. hazel, cypress, willow, alder, artemisia, and birch are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Zadar?
Zadar follows the typical Central European pattern: hazel and alder first, then olive and lentisk across spring, then grass into early summer, running January to August overall. Exposure varies noticeably between the green, leafier districts and the more built-up centre.
How often is the Zadar pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Zadar 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 Zadar 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 Zadar, 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 Zadar.

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