Edam pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Edam is high; mugwort is high; grass is medium. 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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Edam's tree pollen load is driven largely by oak, birch, and linden across its green areas, though the gap between centre and edge can be considerable depending on wind direction. Given Edam's standing as a canal-ringed market town, the Purmer polder canals and nearby Noord-Holland farmland add noticeably to grass and tree pollen levels.

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):

    Medium

    29/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    High

    70/100

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):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Edam right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Edam tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Edam will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Edam 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 Edam?

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

When is pollen season in Edam?
The pollen calendar in Edam opens in January with hazel and alder, shifts to birch dominance through April, and continues to August. April and May bring oak and ash into the mix, before grass becomes the main source through the following two months. the Purmer polder canals has a bearing on how quickly pollen disperses, and the historic cheese market town is a notable part of life around Edam.
How often is the Edam pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Edam 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 Edam 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 Edam, 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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