Volendam pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Volendam is none
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort at moderate levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; cypress, grass, 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) | None | 0/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 38/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Oak, birch, and linden are the backbone of tree pollen in Volendam's parks and avenues, with the leafier outskirts typically seeing higher counts than the compact centre. the IJsselmeer and the surrounding Noord-Holland farmland add substantial grass and tree pollen to the mix, especially given Volendam's role as a traditional fishing village.
In Volendam the pollen year begins as early as January with hazel and alder, builds toward a birch peak by April, and runs on into August. By April and May oak and ash are releasing pollen, and grass takes the peak position from June through July. With the IJsselmeer nearby, dispersal patterns shift accordingly, and the old Zuiderzee fishing harbour rounds out the picture for Volendam.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Noord-Holland
Is pollen high in Volendam right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Volendam.
Will pollen levels change in Volendam tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Volendam will be different from today, with artemisia at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Volendam this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Volendam?
On 20 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Volendam.
When is pollen season in Volendam?
How often is the Volendam pollen forecast updated?
The Volendam pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Volendam 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 Volendam 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 Volendam, 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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