Witten pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Witten is low; cypress, grass, and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress, grass, and mugwort will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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Witten draws its tree pollen chiefly from maple, linden, and plane in parks and along streets, with exposure varying between green space and the centre. Surrounding Ruhr-area farmland and urban park greenery contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the dense built environment limits overall tree cover and pollen levels.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    1/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    12/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    2/100

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 - 17 July

  • 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Witten right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Witten are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Witten tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Witten will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Witten this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress, grass, and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Witten?

On 16 July 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Witten. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. hazel, willow, alder, and birch are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Witten?
Witten's pollen season stretches across January through August, opening with alder and hazel from January then birch pollen surging through April before easing into May. Summer grass pollen follows, peaking in June and July. Nearby, the built-up Ruhr area combines former coal and steel sites with municipal parkland, contributing limited but steady urban tree pollen through spring.
How often is the Witten pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Witten 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 Witten 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 Witten, 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: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Witten.

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