Mikkeli pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Mikkeli is high; cypress and grass are high; birch is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days birch, cypress, and 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

Mikkeli's parks and the Lake Saimaa and Mikkeli River corridor feature birch, pine, and alder as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding South Savo boreal woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the extensive Saimaa lake system means onshore breezes can periodically disperse pollen across the lakeside city.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    Low

    15/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    High

    70/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    62/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    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 - 26 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    Low

    6/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    High

    68/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    52/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Mikkeli right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Mikkeli are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and birch remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Mikkeli tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Mikkeli will be similar to today, with birch at low levels, cypress at high levels, grass at high levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Mikkeli this week?

According to the five-day outlook, birch, cypress, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Mikkeli?

On 25 June 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Mikkeli. grass and birch are also present but at lower levels. alder, hazel, and willow are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Mikkeli?
Mikkeli's pollen season runs from March through August, starting slightly later than southern Finnish cities due to the inland South Savo lake district location. Birch peaks strongly through May and June, while grass follows through June and July. The extensive Saimaa lake system means onshore breezes can periodically moderate pollen levels, while surrounding boreal woodland contributes substantial tree pollen during the spring peak.
How often is the Mikkeli pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Mikkeli 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 Mikkeli 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 Mikkeli, 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: 25 Jun 2026, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Mikkeli.

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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