Papenburg pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Papenburg is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
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 | 2/100 |
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) | Low | 8/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Tree pollen in Papenburg comes mainly from willow, birch, and ash across parks and gardens, varying between these green areas and the denser town centre. Frisian coastal farmland together with coastal marshland nearby boosts local tree and grass pollen levels, while strong onshore winds keep pollen levels comparatively low overall.
Papenburg's pollen season stretches across January through August, beginning with early alder and hazel in early January prior to birch climbing through April into May. Grass pollen follows, dominating June and July. Papenburg lies close to the North Sea, where flat coastal marsh and pasture dominate the landscape over woodland, keeping grass and marsh pollen dominant through the summer months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Lower Saxony
Is pollen high in Papenburg right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Papenburg are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Papenburg tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Papenburg will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Papenburg this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Papenburg?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Papenburg. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Papenburg?
How often is the Papenburg pollen forecast updated?
The Papenburg pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Papenburg 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 Papenburg 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 Papenburg, 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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