Hjelmelandsvågen pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Hjelmelandsvågen is none
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort at low 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) | Low | 3/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Hjelmelandsvågen is a small Rogaland village in Hjelmeland municipality on the Hjelmeland fjord where birch, alder, and fjordside vegetation are the main local pollen sources. The fjord position means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen, while the Atlantic-influenced southwestern Norwegian climate provides frequent rainfall interruptions and birch peaks through April and May before grass contributes through June and July throughout this small Ryfylke fjord community.
Hjelmelandsvågen's pollen season is bookended by February and August, beginning with alder and hazel from the start of February, before birch peaks strongly before easing after May. The season then shifts to grass pollen over June and July. With the farmland and coastal heath surrounding Hjelmelandsvågen, the local climate gives this area its own distinct rhythm within the wider Norwegian season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Rogaland
Is pollen high in Hjelmelandsvågen right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Hjelmelandsvågen.
Will pollen levels change in Hjelmelandsvågen tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Hjelmelandsvågen will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Hjelmelandsvågen this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Hjelmelandsvågen?
On 20 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Hjelmelandsvågen.
When is pollen season in Hjelmelandsvågen?
How often is the Hjelmelandsvågen pollen forecast updated?
The Hjelmelandsvågen pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Hjelmelandsvågen 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 Hjelmelandsvågen 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 Hjelmelandsvågen, 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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