Oulu pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Oulu is high; grass is high; cypress is medium; birch is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - birch remains low, cypress remains medium, grass declining. Over the following five days birch and grass will increase; cypress will remain stable. 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

Oulu's coastal setting on the Bothnian Bay features birch, pine, and alder as the main tree pollen sources in parks and along streets, with exposure varying between green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Finnish boreal woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the coastal position means onshore winds can periodically disperse urban pollen across the river delta city.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    Low

    11/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Medium

    36/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    52/100

  • 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):

    Medium

    34/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    49/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Pollen and air quality along routes in Oulu

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Oulu right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Oulu tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Oulu will be different from today, with birch at low levels, cypress at medium levels and grass continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Oulu this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Oulu?

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

When is pollen season in Oulu?
Oulu's pollen season runs from March through August, starting slightly later than southern Finnish cities due to the subarctic location. Birch peaks strongly through May and June, with Oulu experiencing some of the highest birch pollen concentrations in Finland during the intense but brief spring peak. Grass follows through June and July. The Bothnian Bay coastal position means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen across the river delta city.
How often is the Oulu pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Oulu 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 Oulu 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 Oulu, 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, 09:00 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Oulu.

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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