Holmestrand kommune pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Holmestrand kommune is none
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, grass, willow, and mugwort 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) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Lying along the western Oslofjord shore, Holmestrand opens the pollen season with hazel from January before birch peaks through April and May. Grass from surrounding farmland peaks through June and July before mugwort extends exposure into September. The Oslofjord position means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen, while the mild coastal Vestfold climate advances the season slightly compared to more inland eastern Norwegian municipalities throughout.
The annual pollen season around Holmestrand kommune is bookended by February and August, kicking off with alder and hazel around February, with birch soon overtaking as the main source which carries through May. Holmestrand kommune then sees grass pollen continue over June and July. With the mild, productive lowlands surrounding Holmestrand kommune, the local climate means conditions here can diverge a bit from the textbook national timeline.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Vestfold
Is pollen high in Holmestrand kommune right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Holmestrand kommune.
Will pollen levels change in Holmestrand kommune tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Holmestrand kommune will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Holmestrand kommune this week?
According to the five-day outlook, pollen levels are expected to remain relatively stable.
Which pollen types are currently active in Holmestrand kommune?
On 20 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Holmestrand kommune.
When is pollen season in Holmestrand kommune?
How often is the Holmestrand kommune pollen forecast updated?
The Holmestrand kommune pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Holmestrand kommune 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 Holmestrand kommune 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 Holmestrand kommune, 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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