Skien pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Skien is high; cypress is high; grass is medium. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - cypress remains high, grass increasing, birch at low levels. Over the following five days birch, cypress, and grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

Skien's parks and the Telemark Canal and Skienselva River corridor feature birch, oak, and alder as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Telemark woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the river valley channels airflows and the Atlantic-influenced climate means frequent rainfall provides regular interruptions throughout the season.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    High

    68/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    42/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 26 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    Low

    14/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    High

    70/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    58/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Pollen and air quality along routes in Skien

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Skien right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Skien are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Skien tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Skien will be different from today, with cypress at high levels, birch at low levels and grass increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Skien this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress, grass, and birch pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Skien?

On 25 June 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Skien. grass are also present but at lower levels. hazel, willow, alder, and birch are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Skien?
Skien's pollen season runs from February through August, opening with alder and hazel from February before birch peaks strongly through May. Grass follows through June and July. The Telemark Canal and Skienselva River valley channel airflows and concentrate pollen, while surrounding Telemark woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen. Frequent Atlantic rainfall provides regular interruptions throughout the season.
How often is the Skien pollen forecast updated?

The Skien pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Skien 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 Skien 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 Skien, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 25 Jun 2026, 09:02 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Skien.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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