Vågaholmen pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Vågaholmen is none
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; cypress, 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) | 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
Vågaholmen is a small Nordland coastal village in Rødøy municipality on the Helgeland coast where birch, alder, and coastal farmland vegetation are the main local pollen sources. The Norwegian Sea coastal position means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen, while the subarctic Atlantic climate provides regular rainfall interruptions and birch peaks through May before grass from surrounding Rødøy farmland contributes through June and July throughout this small Helgeland coastal community.
The yearly pollen cycle in Vågaholmen typically lasts from March through August, with alder and hazel setting things in motion beginning in March, before birch takes over with a strong peak and staying strong through June. Vågaholmen then sees grass pollen continue over June and July. With the steep coastal mountains that shelter parts of Vågaholmen from the worst weather, the local climate means the timing can vary from what neighbouring districts experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Nordland
Is pollen high in Vågaholmen right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Vågaholmen.
Will pollen levels change in Vågaholmen tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Vågaholmen will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Vågaholmen this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Vågaholmen?
On 20 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Vågaholmen.
When is pollen season in Vågaholmen?
How often is the Vågaholmen pollen forecast updated?
The Vågaholmen pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Vågaholmen 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 Vågaholmen 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 Vågaholmen, 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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