Ptolemaḯda pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Ptolemaḯda is low; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; 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 | 2/100 |
| 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) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 3/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The vegetation around Ptolemaḯda, on the Ptolemaida lignite basin plain, is led by oak and olive among tree species, with grass pollen adding to seasonal totals from the surrounding Dytikí Makedonía land. Streets close to open ground typically see a different mix than the denser centre, particularly once the main tree pollen peak has eased off.
From an early plane and hazel start, Ptolemaḯda moves into a oak and olive peak before grass pollen extends the season into early summer, with January through August covering the year's exposure in this part of Dytikí Makedonía. hot, dry summer conditions cut the pollen season short here, a pattern shaped in part by the town's position on the Ptolemaida lignite basin plain.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Dytikí Makedonía
Is pollen high in Ptolemaḯda right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Ptolemaḯda are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Ptolemaḯda tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Ptolemaḯda will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Ptolemaḯda this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Ptolemaḯda?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Ptolemaḯda. grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Ptolemaḯda?
How often is the Ptolemaḯda pollen forecast updated?
The Ptolemaḯda pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Ptolemaḯda 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 Ptolemaḯda 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 Ptolemaḯda, 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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