Vila Franca de Xira pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Vila Franca de Xira is none Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

Vila Franca de Xira's parks and the Tagus River corridor feature oak, pine, and eucalyptus as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Portuguese farmland and the Tagus floodplain meadows contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the Atlantic-facing Tagus estuary position means onshore winds can periodically disperse pollen.

Today - 25 June

  • 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

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 26 June

  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Vila Franca de Xira right now?

Currently, there is no significant pollen in Vila Franca de Xira.

Will pollen levels change in Vila Franca de Xira tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Vila Franca de Xira will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.

Is pollen expected to decrease in Vila Franca de Xira this week?

According to the five-day outlook, pollen levels are expected to remain relatively stable.

Which pollen types are currently active in Vila Franca de Xira?

On 25 June 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Vila Franca de Xira.

When is pollen season in Vila Franca de Xira?
Vila Franca de Xira's pollen season opens in January with pine and eucalyptus before oak peaks through March and April. Grass from surrounding Ribatejo farmland and Tagus floodplain meadows peaks through May and June. The Tagus estuary channels airflows, while frequent Atlantic rainfall and onshore westerly winds provide regular interruptions and the mild Lisbon metropolitan climate advances the season.
How often is the Vila Franca de Xira pollen forecast updated?

The Vila Franca de Xira pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Vila Franca de Xira 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 Vila Franca de Xira 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 Vila Franca de Xira, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 25 Jun 2026, 09:00 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Vila Franca de Xira.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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