Irakleio, Attiki pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Irakleio, Attiki is high; mugwort is high; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will decrease; cypress 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) | Low | 4/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 70/100 |
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) | Low | 6/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 70/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Irákleio's Minoan island setting and the Giofyros River corridor olive and carob are the leading tree pollen sources, with grass from surrounding Attikí farmland adding to counts over the spring weeks. The dry summer that follows sharply limits pollen for the months that follow.
Irákleio's pollen builds from olive and carob in winter to a grass peak in spring, then falls away sharply as the dry Mediterranean summer takes hold, spanning January through June. Surrounding scrubland and farmland both add to the spring peak.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Attikí
Is pollen high in Irakleio, Attiki right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Irakleio, Attiki are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Irakleio, Attiki tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Irakleio, Attiki will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, artemisia at high levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Irakleio, Attiki this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Irakleio, Attiki?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Irakleio, Attiki. grass are also present but at lower levels. willow and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Irakleio, Attiki?
How often is the Irakleio, Attiki pollen forecast updated?
The Irakleio, Attiki pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Irakleio, Attiki 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 Irakleio, Attiki 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 Irakleio, Attiki, 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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