Cartagena pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (9 August) pollen in Cartagena is low; grass and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days mugwort will increase; grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Cartagena's coastal setting on the Mediterranean features olive, pine, and palm as the main tree pollen sources in parks and along the Rambla de Benipila corridor, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up port city centre. Surrounding Murcian semi-arid farmland contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while the hot, dry Mediterranean climate concentrates pollen dispersal during spring.
Today - 9 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
10/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
5/100
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 - 10 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
11/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
7/100
Air quality in Cartagena
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Cartagena right now?
On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Cartagena are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Cartagena tomorrow?
On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Cartagena will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Cartagena 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 Cartagena?
On 9 August 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Cartagena. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. willow, hazel, and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Cartagena?
How often is the Cartagena pollen forecast updated?
The Cartagena pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Cartagena 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 Cartagena 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 Cartagena, 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: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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