Palermo pollen forecast — Verdura Resort – West Course neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Verdura Resort – West Course, Palermo is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort remains low, 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) | Low | 7/100 |
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 | 9/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 19/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Verdura Resort's Sicilian coastal setting features olive, carob, and lentisk as the main pollen sources across the clifftop Mediterranean course, with exposure varying between the exposed coastal fairways and the more sheltered sections. Surrounding Sicilian farmland and Mediterranean maquis contribute substantial grass and tree pollen, while the hot, dry Mediterranean summer ends the season abruptly and mugwort extends exposure into late summer across the Sicilian coastal course.
Pollen from olive, cypress, and Aleppo pine builds through February and March, tapering off as grass pollen takes over across April through June. Sicily's Mediterranean climate produces a long, dry summer with minimal late-season pollen, and conditions at Verdura Resort – West Course generally track the broader regional pattern for this part of Italy.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Sicilia
Is pollen high in Palermo right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Palermo are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Palermo tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Palermo will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Palermo 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 Palermo?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Palermo. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Palermo?
How often is the Palermo pollen forecast updated?
The Palermo pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Palermo 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 Palermo 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 Palermo, 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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