Ludwigshafen pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Ludwigshafen is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; cypress, grass, and willow 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 | 3/100 |
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
Ludwigshafen draws its tree pollen chiefly from walnut, oak, and linden in parks and along streets, with exposure varying between green space and the centre. The Palatinate farmland and warm valley copses beyond the town supply further tree and grass pollen, while the warm valley climate can extend local flowering slightly.
Ludwigshafen's pollen season stretches across January to August, launched by hazel and alder in early January ahead of birch pollen rising sharply across April. Grass pollen follows, dominating June and July. It lies within the Rhine-Palatinate region, where vineyards and orchards dominate the surrounding countryside, 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 Ludwigshafen right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Ludwigshafen are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Ludwigshafen tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Ludwigshafen will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Ludwigshafen this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Ludwigshafen?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Ludwigshafen. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Ludwigshafen?
How often is the Ludwigshafen pollen forecast updated?
The Ludwigshafen pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Ludwigshafen 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 Ludwigshafen 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 Ludwigshafen, 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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