Vågan kommune pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Vågan kommune is low; mugwort is low.
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) | Low | 14/100 |
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 | 4/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Spread across the northern Lofoten islands, Vågan opens the pollen season with alder from March before birch peaks through May. Grass from surrounding island farmland peaks through June and July, while the Norwegian Sea island position means strong Atlantic onshore winds frequently disperse pollen and the subarctic oceanic climate provides regular rainfall interruptions throughout the compressed spring and summer season.
Vågan kommune's pollen season plays out between March and August, with alder and hazel arriving first from the start of March, before birch takes over with a strong peak lasting through June. Grass pollen then carries the season into June and July. With the maritime climate that moderates temperature swings near Vågan kommune, the local climate means the exact timing here can shift a little from year to year.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Nordland
Is pollen high in Vågan kommune right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Vågan kommune are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Vågan kommune tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Vågan kommune will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Vågan kommune this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Vågan kommune?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Vågan kommune. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Vågan kommune?
How often is the Vågan kommune pollen forecast updated?
The Vågan kommune pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Vågan 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 Vågan 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 Vågan 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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