Giarre pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Giarre is high; mugwort is high.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort remains high, grass at low levels.
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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 67/100 |
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 | 2/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 70/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
As part of Sicilia, Giarre lies on Mount Etna's eastern lower slopes near the Ionian coast and sees cypress and pine as its main tree pollen contributors; grass builds from the surrounding countryside as spring advances. The town's mix of open and built-up ground means exposure is rarely uniform across the area.
Spring in Giarre brings the sharpest pollen exposure, led by cypress and pine after an early alder and olive start; grass extends the season into summer, with the overall period running January through August. Mediterranean summer drought keeps late-season pollen modest here.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Sicilia
Is pollen high in Giarre right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Giarre are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Giarre tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Giarre will be different from today, with artemisia at high levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Giarre this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Giarre?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Giarre. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Giarre?
How often is the Giarre pollen forecast updated?
The Giarre pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Giarre 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 Giarre 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 Giarre, 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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