Odense pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (24 August) pollen in Odense is moderate; mugwort is moderate; grass is low. Tomorrow (25 August 2026) levels are similar - grass remains low, mugwort remains moderate, cypress at low levels. Over the following five days mugwort will increase; cypress and grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Odense's parks and the Odense River corridor feature oak, birch, and ash as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Funen farmland and the flat, open Danish landscape contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while the coastal position on the fjord means onshore winds can periodically disperse urban pollen.

Today - 24 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):

    Moderate

    38/100

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 - 25 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    11/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    14/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Moderate

    48/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Odense right now?

On 24 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Odense are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Odense tomorrow?

On 25 August 2026, pollen conditions in Odense will be different from today, with grass at low levels, artemisia at moderate levels, cypress at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Odense this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass and cypress 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 Odense?

On 24 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Odense. grass are also present but at lower levels. willow, hazel, and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Odense?
Odense's pollen season runs from January through August, opening with hazel and alder from January before birch peaks strongly through April and May. Grass pollen peaks through June and July. The Funen island position means coastal winds can periodically disperse pollen, while surrounding Danish farmland and the flat, open landscape contribute substantial grass and crop pollen. The maritime climate provides more frequent rainfall interruptions than in more continental cities.
How often is the Odense pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Odense 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 Odense 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 Odense, 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: 24 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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