Kvæfjord kommune pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Kvæfjord kommune is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress will increase; mugwort will decrease; 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) | Low | 9/100 |
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 | 10/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Spread across the Kvæfjord coast and island landscape of southern Troms, Kvæfjord opens the pollen season with alder from March before birch peaks through May. Grass from surrounding farmland peaks through June and July, while the fjord and island position means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen and the subarctic Norwegian climate produces a compressed but intense seasonal progression with birch being particularly significant throughout.
Kvæfjord kommune works through a pollen season that extends from March all the way through August, starting with alder and hazel pollen as early as March, before the season's main birch surge arrives running through May. Grass pollen picks up next extending across June and July. With the famously wet west-coast climate near Kvæfjord kommune, 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 Troms
Is pollen high in Kvæfjord kommune right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Kvæfjord kommune are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Kvæfjord kommune tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kvæfjord kommune will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kvæfjord kommune this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while cypress pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kvæfjord kommune?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Kvæfjord kommune. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Kvæfjord kommune?
How often is the Kvæfjord kommune pollen forecast updated?
The Kvæfjord kommune pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kvæfjord 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 Kvæfjord 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 Kvæfjord 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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