Velsen-Zuid pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Velsen-Zuid is high; mugwort is high; grass is 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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Velsen-Zuid's North Sea Canal corridor and coastal dune green spaces feature oak, birch, and alder as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these areas and the more built-up industrial city areas. Surrounding North Holland farmland and the coastal dune landscape contribute substantial grass and tree pollen, while the North Sea canal and dune position mean onshore winds frequently disperse pollen.

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

    23/100

  • 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 Velsen-Zuid right now?

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

Will pollen levels change in Velsen-Zuid tomorrow?

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

Is pollen expected to decrease in Velsen-Zuid 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 Velsen-Zuid?

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

When is pollen season in Velsen-Zuid?
Velsen-Zuid's pollen season runs from January through August, opening with hazel and alder from January before birch peaks through April and May. Grass pollen peaks through June and July. The North Sea Canal and coastal dune position mean onshore winds frequently disperse pollen, while surrounding North Holland farmland and the dune landscape extend grass and tree pollen into August throughout the season.
How often is the Velsen-Zuid pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Velsen-Zuid 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 Velsen-Zuid 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 Velsen-Zuid, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Velsen-Zuid.

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