Cork pollen forecast — Old Head Golf Links – Old Head Course neighborhood
Today (9 August) pollen in Old Head Golf Links – Old Head Course, Cork is low; grass and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days 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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Old Head Golf Links' dramatic Atlantic peninsular setting features coastal grassland, gorse, and marram grass as the main pollen sources across the clifftop links, with exposure varying between the exposed headland holes and the more sheltered inland sections. The Celtic Sea coastal position means strong Atlantic winds frequently disperse pollen, while the wet Irish climate provides very regular rainfall interruptions throughout the spring and summer season.
Today - 9 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Low
5/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
9/100
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 - 10 August
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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 Cork right now?
On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Cork are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cork tomorrow?
On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Cork will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cork 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 Cork?
On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Cork. grass are also present but at lower levels. hazel, cypress, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Cork?
How often is the Cork pollen forecast updated?
The Cork pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cork 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 Cork 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 Cork, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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