Zaandam pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Zaandam is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; cypress 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) | Low | 10/100 |
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 | 41/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Zaandam's Zaan River corridor and surrounding 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 flat, open polder landscape contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while the IJ waterway position means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen.
Zaandam's pollen season runs from January through August, opening with hazel and alder from January before birch peaks through April. Oak and alder follow through April and May, with grass peaking through June and July. The Zaan River corridor channels airflows, while surrounding North Holland polder farmland extends substantial grass and crop pollen into August under prevailing westerly winds.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Noord-Holland
Is pollen high in Zaandam right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Zaandam are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Zaandam tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Zaandam will be different from today, with artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Zaandam 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 Zaandam?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Zaandam. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Zaandam?
How often is the Zaandam pollen forecast updated?
The Zaandam pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Zaandam 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 Zaandam 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 Zaandam, 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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