Niscemi pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Niscemi 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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Vegetation patterns around Niscemi reflect its setting on inland Sicily's agricultural plateau: plane and pine lead the tree pollen count, and grass and coastal scrub pollen from the surrounding Sicilia countryside adds a further layer through the season. Local parks and street trees create pockets of higher exposure near the greener parts of town.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    6/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    5/100

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

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    8/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    8/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Niscemi right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Niscemi are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Niscemi tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Niscemi will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Niscemi 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 Niscemi?

On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Niscemi. grass are also present but at lower levels. hazel, cypress, and willow are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Niscemi?
plane and pine defines the core of Niscemi's pollen season after an early plane and hazel start, with grass and coastal scrub pollen stretching exposure into summer across January to August. Mediterranean summer drought keeps late-season pollen modest here. Niscemi sits on inland Sicily's agricultural plateau, which shapes the tail end of the cycle.
How often is the Niscemi pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Niscemi 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 Niscemi 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 Niscemi, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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