Kaiserslautern pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Kaiserslautern is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, grass, willow, and mugwort will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 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 | 1/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 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) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around Kaiserslautern, oak, linden, and chestnut stand out as the leading tree pollen sources in parks and gardens, with exposure shifting between green space and centre. Palatinate farmland and orchard belts on the town's outskirts add to local tree and grass pollen, while sheltered vineyard terraces trap pollen under calm air.
Kaiserslautern's pollen season runs from January into August, kicking off with hazel and alder from January then birch peaks strongly through April and May. Grass then becomes dominant through the summer months of June and July. Nearby, Palatinate vineyards and warm Rhine valley farmland shape a mild local climate, keeping fruit-tree and grass pollen levels elevated into summer.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Rhineland-Palatinate
Is pollen high in Kaiserslautern right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Kaiserslautern are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Kaiserslautern tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kaiserslautern will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kaiserslautern this week?
According to the five-day outlook, pollen levels are expected to remain relatively stable.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kaiserslautern?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Kaiserslautern. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kaiserslautern?
How often is the Kaiserslautern pollen forecast updated?
The Kaiserslautern pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kaiserslautern 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 Kaiserslautern 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 Kaiserslautern, 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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