Penafiel Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Penafiel is high; mugwort is high; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains moderate, mold (cladosporium) remains moderate, mugwort declining.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; 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) | Moderate | 33/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 29/100 |
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 | 43/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Moderate | 27/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Moderate | 30/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 44% of the area near the heart of Penafiel is woodland, with a good deal of built-up land and some open grassland. Running water nearby means riverside vegetation is part of the local pollen picture. Common allergenic trees nearby include oak. Grasses are also a significant pollen source here.
Tree pollen peaks in mid-spring, when the weather warms to around 10°C and oak is in full flower. Then come the grasses, strongest in early summer and fading by early fall. Weeds on open ground add a smaller late peak from early summer into early fall. Rain is heaviest in fall, often giving short breaks from high pollen levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Porto
Is pollen high in Penafiel right now?
On 10 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Penafiel are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Penafiel tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Penafiel will be different from today, with artemisia continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Penafiel 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 Penafiel?
On 10 October 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Penafiel. willow, cypress, and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Penafiel?
How often is the Penafiel pollen forecast updated?
The Penafiel pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Penafiel 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 Penafiel 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 Penafiel, 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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