Amsterdam pollen forecast — Amsterdamse Bos neighborhood

Today (21 July) pollen in Amsterdamse Bos, Amsterdam is low; cypress, grass, and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (22 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and mugwort will increase; grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Amsterdamse Bos’s mix of woodland, open fields, and wetlands creates one of the most varied pollen environments in the Amsterdam area — with birch, oak, and alder driving strong spring peaks, while extensive grass areas sustain high levels into summer, with a season that runs from early spring through the warmer months.

Today - 21 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    1/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    22/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    3/100

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 - 22 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    2/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    22/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    5/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Amsterdam right now?

On 21 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Amsterdam are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass and artemisia remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Amsterdam tomorrow?

On 22 July 2026, pollen conditions in Amsterdam will be similar to today, with cypress at low levels, grass at low levels, artemisia at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Amsterdam this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Amsterdam?

On 21 July 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Amsterdam. grass and artemisia are also present but at lower levels. birch, hazel, willow, and alder are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Amsterdam?
Amsterdam's pollen season runs from January through August, opening with hazel and alder from January before birch peaks through April. Oak and ash follow through April and May, with grass peaking through June and July. The temperate oceanic climate means frequent rainfall provides regular interruptions throughout the season, while surrounding Dutch lowland farmland and polders contribute substantial grass and crop pollen across the flat, open polder landscape.
How often is the Amsterdam pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam, 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: 21 July 2026 at 05:44 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Amsterdamse Bos, Amsterdam.

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