Rovaniemi pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (25 June) pollen in Rovaniemi is high; cypress is high; birch is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days birch and cypress 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
Rovaniemi's subarctic setting on the Arctic Circle features birch, pine, and alder as the main tree pollen sources in parks and along the Kemijoki River corridor, with exposure varying between green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Lapland boreal woodland and tundra contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the short subarctic summer means the pollen season is compressed but can be intense.
Today - 25 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
Low
13/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
High
56/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
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
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
Low
16/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
High
62/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Rovaniemi right now?
On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Rovaniemi are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while birch remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Rovaniemi tomorrow?
On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Rovaniemi will be similar to today, with cypress at high levels, birch at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Rovaniemi this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress and birch pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Rovaniemi?
On 25 June 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Rovaniemi. birch are also present but at lower levels. grass, willow, alder, and hazel are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Rovaniemi?
How often is the Rovaniemi pollen forecast updated?
The Rovaniemi pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Rovaniemi 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 Rovaniemi 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 Rovaniemi, 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, 09:02 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Rovaniemi.
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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