Cascais pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Cascais is high; mugwort is high; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; grass will decrease; cypress 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) | Low | 8/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 69/100 |
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) | Low | 1/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 63/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Cascais' coastal setting on the Atlantic oak and introduced trees contribute most of the tree pollen, with grass from nearby Lisboa farmland through the spring weeks. The area's wet Atlantic climate limits how high counts can build.
Exposure in Cascais tracks oak and introduced trees through the cooler months and grass across spring, with the region's frequent Atlantic rain keeping counts in check across January to June. Inland valleys tend to see less wind relief than the open coast.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Lisboa
Is pollen high in Cascais right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Cascais are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cascais tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Cascais will be similar to today, with artemisia at high levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cascais this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Cascais?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Cascais. grass are also present but at lower levels. willow and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Cascais?
How often is the Cascais pollen forecast updated?
The Cascais pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cascais 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 Cascais 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 Cascais, 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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