Lisbon pollen forecast — Sintra hills neighborhood
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Sintra hills, Lisbon is moderate; mugwort is moderate; 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) | Moderate | 33/100 |
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) | Moderate | 27/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Lisbon Sintra hills Atlantic oak and pine are the dominant tree species, with grass from Lisboa farmland building through spring. Regular Atlantic rainfall keeps pollen from accumulating for long.
Sintra hills's pollen season runs from January through June, opening with Atlantic oak and pine before grass from surrounding Portuguese farmland peaks through spring. The Atlantic-facing position means onshore winds and frequent rain regularly interrupt exposure. Coastal exposure tends to clear faster than inland areas thanks to onshore breezes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Lisboa
Is pollen high in Lisbon right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Lisbon are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Lisbon tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Lisbon will be similar to today, with artemisia at moderate levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Lisbon 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 Lisbon?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Lisbon. grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Lisbon?
How often is the Lisbon pollen forecast updated?
The Lisbon pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Lisbon 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 Lisbon 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 Lisbon, 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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