Cork pollen forecast — Old Head Golf Links – Old Head Course neighborhood

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

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Cork will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, grass at low levels

According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia and cypress pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

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

Set along the dramatic cliffs of the Old Head peninsula, Old Head Golf Links – Old Head Course experiences a wind-swept, maritime pollen season, with salt-laden sea air softening the spring bloom, while the exposed fairways and clifftop grassland sustain a notably long grass pollen season, with mugwort and nettle staying minimal given the site's rugged, wind-battered terrain.

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

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.

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.