Otta pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Otta 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
Otta is a small Innlandet town in Sel municipality at the confluence of the Otta and Gudbrandsdalslågen rivers where birch, hazel, and valley farmland vegetation are the main local pollen sources. The Gudbrandsdalen valley concentrates pollen under calm conditions, while the inland continental climate produces a well-defined seasonal progression with birch peaking through April and May before grass contributes through June and July and mugwort extends into September.
The pollen season in Otta spans March through August, with alder and hazel setting things in motion already by March, before birch surges to its highest levels continuing right through May. Grass takes over from there through June and July. With the calmer, drier conditions typical of inland districts like this one, the local climate gives this particular area its own seasonal quirks worth knowing about.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Innlandet
Is pollen high in Otta right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Otta.
Will pollen levels change in Otta tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Otta will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Otta this week?
According to the five-day outlook, pollen levels are expected to remain relatively stable.
Which pollen types are currently active in Otta?
On 20 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Otta.
When is pollen season in Otta?
How often is the Otta pollen forecast updated?
The Otta pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Otta 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 Otta 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 Otta, 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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