Faro pollen forecast — Dom Pedro Old Course Golf Club – Old Course neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Dom Pedro Old Course Golf Club – Old Course, Faro is low; grass and mugwort are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort remains low, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will decrease; cypress, grass, 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 | 1/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 11/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 12/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Dom Pedro Old Course Golf Club's Algarve Vilamoura setting features umbrella pine, carob, and olive as the main pollen sources across the mature parkland course, with exposure varying between the densely pine-wooded fairways and the more open sections. Surrounding Algarve farmland contributes substantial grass and tree pollen, while the dry Algarve climate concentrates the season in spring and mugwort extends exposure into late summer across the Vilamoura resort.
Pine and coastal scrub pollen peak in late February and March around Vilamoura, tapering off as the region's dry summer pattern establishes itself by May. The resort's high season overlaps with the lowest-pollen months, generally good news for visiting golfers.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Algarve
Is pollen high in Faro right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Faro are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Faro tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Faro will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Faro this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Faro?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Faro. grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Faro?
How often is the Faro pollen forecast updated?
The Faro pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Faro 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 Faro 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 Faro, 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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