Toulon pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (21 September) pollen in Toulon is high; mugwort is high.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (22 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; mugwort will decrease; cypress and willow will remain stable.
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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) | High | 67/100 |
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) | High | 63/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Toulon's Gapeau River corridor and surrounding coastal scrubland feature olive, pine, and plane as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Var farmland and garrigue contribute substantial grass and scrub pollen, while the enclosed harbour setting concentrates pollen under calm conditions and the hot, dry Mediterranean climate means local sources dominate throughout spring.
Toulon's pollen season opens in January with olive and cypress before grass pollen from surrounding Var farmland peaks through April and May. The coastal Mediterranean position means sea breezes periodically clear pollen from the harbour, but the enclosed setting concentrates exposure under calm spring conditions. The hot, dry summer ends the season abruptly, making spring the dominant and most intense pollen period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur
Is pollen high in Toulon right now?
On 21 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Toulon are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Toulon tomorrow?
On 22 September 2026, pollen conditions in Toulon will be similar to today, with artemisia at high levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Toulon this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Toulon?
On 21 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Toulon. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Toulon?
How often is the Toulon pollen forecast updated?
The Toulon pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Toulon 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 Toulon 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 Toulon, 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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