Vaasa pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

Vaasa's coastal setting on the Gulf of Bothnia 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 Ostrobothnia coastal farmland and woodland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the Gulf position means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen across the flat coastal city.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    Low

    8/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Medium

    39/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    15/100

  • 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):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    25/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    3/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Vaasa right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Vaasa tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Vaasa this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Vaasa?

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

When is pollen season in Vaasa?
Vaasa's pollen season runs from March through August, starting slightly later than southern Finnish cities due to the northerly Gulf of Bothnia coastal location. Birch peaks strongly through May, with onshore coastal winds periodically dispersing pollen. Grass follows through June and July, while surrounding Ostrobothnia coastal farmland and woodland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen throughout the compressed northern season.
How often is the Vaasa pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Vaasa 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 Vaasa 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 Vaasa, 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 Vaasa.

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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