Vénissieux pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Vénissieux is medium; grass is medium. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - grass increasing. Over the following five days grass 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

Vénissieux' riverside green spaces and the Rhône River corridor feature oak, plane, and linden as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these areas and the more built-up industrial city centre. As part of the Lyon metropolitan area, local sources dominate, while the warm Rhône plain microclimate and surrounding Rhône-Alpes farmland contribute substantial grass and tree pollen throughout the season.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    32/100

  • 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):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    53/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Vénissieux right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Vénissieux are moderate. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Vénissieux tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Vénissieux will be different from today, with grass increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Vénissieux this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Vénissieux?

On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Vénissieux. willow, alder, birch, hazel, and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Vénissieux?
Vénissieux' season closely mirrors Lyon, benefiting from the warm Rhône plain microclimate. Hazel and alder open from January before birch peaks through April, with oak and plane following through May. Grass from surrounding Rhône-Alpes farmland peaks through June and July, while the Rhône valley concentrates pollen under calm conditions and the warm climate extends the season compared to surrounding upland areas.
How often is the Vénissieux pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Vénissieux 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 Vénissieux 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 Vénissieux, 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 Vénissieux.

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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