Barreiro pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Barreiro is low; grass is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days 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

Barreiro's industrial waterfront and the Tagus estuary corridor feature pine, eucalyptus, and oak as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Portuguese farmland and the Tagus floodplain meadows contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the Tagus estuary position means onshore Atlantic winds can periodically disperse pollen across the industrial city.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    11/100

  • 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):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    24/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Barreiro right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Barreiro are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Barreiro tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Barreiro will be similar to today, with grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Barreiro this week?

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

Which pollen types are currently active in Barreiro?

On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Barreiro. willow, alder, birch, hazel, and cypress are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Barreiro?
Barreiro's pollen season opens in January with pine and eucalyptus before oak peaks through March and April. Grass from surrounding Portuguese farmland and Tagus floodplain meadows peaks through May and June. The Tagus estuary channels airflows, while frequent Atlantic rainfall and onshore westerly winds provide regular interruptions and the mild Lisbon metropolitan climate advances the season slightly throughout.
How often is the Barreiro pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Barreiro 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 Barreiro 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 Barreiro, 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, 09:02 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Barreiro.

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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