Zakopane pollen forecast — Gubałówka neighborhood
Today (9 August) pollen in Gubałówka, Zakopane is low; cypress, grass, and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - cypress remains low, grass increasing, mugwort increasing. Over the following five days cypress, grass, and mugwort will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Near Gubałówka, oak and pine make up the bulk of local tree pollen close to the the funicular ridge overlooking Zakopane and the Tatras, locally, with grass from the surrounding Małopolskie countryside adding to counts from early summer onward. Wetter or windier spells generally bring the clearest air across Gubałówka and its surroundings, cutting counts noticeably within a day or two.
Today - 9 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
10/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Low
14/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
13/100
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
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
25/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Medium
28/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Medium
28/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Zakopane right now?
On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Zakopane are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Zakopane tomorrow?
On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Zakopane will be different from today, with cypress at low levels and artemisia, grass increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Zakopane this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Zakopane?
On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Zakopane. cypress and grass are also present but at lower levels. hazel and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Zakopane?
How often is the Zakopane pollen forecast updated?
The Zakopane pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Zakopane 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 Zakopane 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 Zakopane, 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: 10 August 2026 at 02:34 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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