Catania pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Catania is low; grass is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - grass increasing. Over the following five days grass will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Catania's parks and the Simeto River corridor feature olive, citrus, and pine as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Sicilian farmland and the Mount Etna volcanic slopes contribute substantial grass and tree pollen, while the hot, dry Mediterranean climate concentrates pollen dispersal during spring with minimal rainfall interruptions from May onwards.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    16/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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 - 26 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    32/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Catania right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Catania are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Catania tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Catania will be different from today, with grass increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Catania this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Catania?

On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Catania. willow, alder, birch, hazel, and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Catania?
Catania's pollen season runs from January through May, opening with olive and citrus tree pollen in late winter before grass pollen from surrounding Sicilian farmland peaks through March and April. The very warm Mediterranean climate means the season starts extremely early and ends abruptly, with the hot, dry Sicilian summer largely suppressing pollen from May onwards. Parietaria weed pollen can extend exposure into early summer around the city.
How often is the Catania pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Catania 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 Catania 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 Catania, 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: 25 Jun 2026, 09:02 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Catania.

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