Bodø pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 September) pollen in Bodø is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will decrease; cypress, grass, 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 - 11 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 | 15/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 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) | Low | 10/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Bodø's exposed coastal position just above the Arctic Circle limits tree cover mainly to birch and rowan in sheltered pockets, so grass and coastal heath pollen play a larger relative role than in forested inland towns.
Bodø moves through a pollen season that plays out between March and August, with alder and hazel arriving first already by March, with birch then climbing to its main peak which carries through June. Grass follows close behind through June and July. With the steep coastal mountains that shelter parts of Bodø from the worst weather, the local climate shapes a locally distinct version of the broader Norwegian pollen season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Nordland
Is pollen high in Bodø right now?
On 11 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Bodø are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Bodø tomorrow?
On 12 September 2026, pollen conditions in Bodø will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Bodø this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Bodø?
On 11 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Bodø. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Bodø?
How often is the Bodø pollen forecast updated?
The Bodø pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Bodø 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 Bodø 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 Bodø, 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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