Drachten pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (8 September) pollen in Drachten is moderate; mugwort is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (9 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; cypress and willow will remain stable.
Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset. Airmine's estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily. Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA) Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 8 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) | Moderate | 42/100 |
Tomorrow - 9 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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 49/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Oak, birch, and linden are the backbone of tree pollen in Drachten's parks and avenues, and levels shift depending on how close residents are to parks versus the built-up core. the Drachtster Compagnonsvaart canal and the surrounding Fryslân farmland add substantial grass and tree pollen to the mix, especially given Drachten's role as a peat-colony canal town.
January marks the start of Drachten's pollen year, led by hazel and alder before birch dominates through to April, with the season closing out in August. By April and May oak and ash are releasing pollen, and grass takes the peak position from June through July. Air movement here is affected by the Drachtster Compagnonsvaart canal, and the peat-colony farmland of southeast Fryslân adds a local wrinkle to the Drachten pollen picture.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Fryslân
Is pollen high in Drachten right now?
On 8 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Drachten are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Drachten tomorrow?
On 9 September 2026, pollen conditions in Drachten will be similar to today, with artemisia at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Drachten 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 Drachten?
On 8 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Drachten. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Drachten?
How often is the Drachten pollen forecast updated?
The Drachten pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Drachten 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 Drachten 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 Drachten, 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 exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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