Espinho Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Espinho is high; mugwort is high; mold (cladosporium) is moderate; mold (alternaria) is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mugwort declining, mold (cladosporium) declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will increase; cypress, grass, and willow will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| 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) | High | 61/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 19/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 27/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| 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) | Moderate | 50/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 11/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 19/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 57% of the area near the heart of Espinho is built-up land, with some open water. Grasses and weeds such as mugwort and plantain round out the local mix. Locally, street trees, parks and lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts. Roadside verges and patches of open ground provide further room for grasses and weeds.
Grasses take over in late spring, with temperatures around 15°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Mugwort and plantain bring a final peak from midsummer into early fall. Fall is the wettest time of year, and heavy showers can bring short breaks in pollen. Day to day, sunshine and wind lift the counts, while a spell of rain can bring them down sharply.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Aveiro
Is pollen high in Espinho right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Espinho are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Espinho tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Espinho will be different from today, with artemisia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Espinho this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Espinho?
On 10 October 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Espinho. grass, willow, and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Espinho?
How often is the Espinho pollen forecast updated?
The Espinho pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Espinho 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 Espinho 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 Espinho, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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