Lille pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Lille is low; grass and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass and mugwort will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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Lille's parks and the Deûle River corridor feature oak, birch, and linden as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Nord-Pas-de-Calais farmland and the flat, open landscape contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while the temperate oceanic climate means frequent rainfall provides regular interruptions to exposure throughout the season.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    9/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    1/100

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 - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Lille right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Lille are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Lille tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Lille will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Lille this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Lille?

On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Lille. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. birch, hazel, cypress, willow, and alder are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Lille?
Lille's pollen season runs from January through August, opening with hazel and alder from January before birch peaks through April. Oak and ash follow through April and May, with grass peaking through June and July. Surrounding Nord-Pas-de-Calais farmland and the flat, open landscape contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while the temperate oceanic climate means frequent rainfall provides regular interruptions throughout the season.
How often is the Lille pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Lille 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 Lille 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 Lille, 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: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Lille.

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