Ełk pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

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

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

Ełk's Masurian lake setting and the Ełk River corridor feature oak, birch, and pine as the main tree pollen sources in this northeastern Polish city. Surrounding Lake District farmland and the Augustów Forest contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the cold continental Baltic climate means the season begins slightly later than in more southern Polish cities and lake breezes can periodically moderate exposure.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Medium

    32/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    59/100

  • 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):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Medium

    26/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    52/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Ełk right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Ełk are high. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Ełk tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Ełk will be similar to today, with cypress at medium levels, grass at high levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Ełk this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Ełk?

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

When is pollen season in Ełk?
Ełk's Masurian Lake District setting produces a season opening later than more southern Polish cities, with hazel and alder from February before birch peaks through April and May. Grass from surrounding Lake District farmland peaks through June and July before mugwort and nettle extend exposure into September. The cold continental Baltic climate means the season begins and ends slightly later than in more southern Poland.
How often is the Ełk pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Ełk 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 Ełk 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 Ełk, 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, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Ełk.

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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