Massy pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (21 September) pollen in Massy is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (22 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will decrease; cypress, grass, and willow will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 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) | Low | 2/100 |
Tomorrow - 22 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | Low | 24/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Massy's Orge River corridor and the Forêt de Verrières fringe feature oak, plane, and linden as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these areas and the more built-up suburban landscape. As part of the greater Paris metropolitan area, surrounding Essonne farmland contributes substantial grass and crop pollen, while the Orge valley channels airflows and the Forêt de Verrières adds local tree pollen during spring.
Massy's Orge valley position and the nearby Forêt de Verrières connect the city to the southern Paris pollen landscape. Hazel and alder open from January before birch and plane peak through April and May, with grass and crop pollen from surrounding Essonne farmland peaking through June and July. The dry regional climate means fewer rainfall interruptions than in Atlantic-facing cities throughout the season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Île-de-France
Is pollen high in Massy right now?
On 21 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Massy are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Massy tomorrow?
On 22 September 2026, pollen conditions in Massy will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Massy this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Massy?
On 21 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Massy. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Massy?
How often is the Massy pollen forecast updated?
The Massy pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Massy 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 Massy 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 Massy, 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.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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