Steinkjer kommune pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Steinkjer kommune is high; mugwort is high; cypress is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - cypress remains low, mugwort declining. Over the following five days cypress and mugwort will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Centred on the Trøndelag regional city of Steinkjer at the head of the Beitstadfjord, this municipality opens the pollen season with hazel and alder from February before birch peaks through April and May. Grass from surrounding farmland peaks through June and July before mugwort extends exposure into September. The Beitstadfjord position means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen, while the Atlantic-influenced Trøndelag climate provides frequent rainfall interruptions throughout.

Today - 9 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    21/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    High

    55/100

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 - 10 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    13/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Medium

    50/100

Air quality in Steinkjer kommune

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Steinkjer kommune right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Steinkjer kommune are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Steinkjer kommune tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Steinkjer kommune will be different from today, with cypress at low levels and artemisia continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Steinkjer kommune this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Steinkjer kommune?

On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Steinkjer kommune. cypress are also present but at lower levels. hazel, grass, and willow are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Steinkjer kommune?
In Steinkjer kommune, the pollen season gets underway in March and lasts through August, opening with alder and hazel from about March, before birch takes over with a strong peak continuing right through May. Grass pollen then carries the season through the June-July stretch. With the dramatic mountain-and-fjord setting around Steinkjer kommune, the local climate means the timing can vary from what neighbouring districts experience.
How often is the Steinkjer kommune pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Steinkjer 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 Steinkjer 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 Steinkjer 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

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