Kirkenes pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Kirkenes is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort no longer expected.
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) | Low | 6/100 |
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
Kirkenes is a small subarctic border town on the Bøkfjord where birch woodland and riverside vegetation are the main local pollen sources. The fjord setting concentrates pollen under calm conditions, while the very short Arctic summer means birch peaks intensely through late May and June before grass contributes briefly through July. The Barents Sea proximity means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen across this small iron ore port.
Kirkenes sees its pollen season plays out between April and August, with alder and hazel setting things in motion from about April, with birch building to the season's sharpest peak that holds through June. Grass follows into the following June and July. With the compressed subarctic growing season around Kirkenes, the local climate gives the season a character that's shaped as much by geography as by month.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Finnmark
Is pollen high in Kirkenes right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Kirkenes are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Kirkenes tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kirkenes will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kirkenes this week?
According to the five-day outlook, pollen levels are expected to remain relatively stable.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kirkenes?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Kirkenes. willow, cypress, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kirkenes?
How often is the Kirkenes pollen forecast updated?
The Kirkenes pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kirkenes 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 Kirkenes 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 Kirkenes, 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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