Donostia pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Donostia is high; mugwort is high.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
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) | None | 0/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 67/100 |
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) | High | 57/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Donostia's Urumea River corridor and the Monte Urgull woodland feature oak, birch, and chestnut as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Basque farmland and the Cantabrian Mountain woodland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the very wet Atlantic Basque climate means frequent rainfall provides regular interruptions throughout.
Donostia's pollen season opens in January with hazel and alder before birch and oak peak through April and May. Grass peaks through June and July. Donostia is one of the wettest cities in Spain, with the very frequent Atlantic Basque rainfall making it one of the most interrupted pollen seasons in the country throughout the season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Basque Country
Is pollen high in Donostia right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Donostia are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Donostia tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Donostia will be similar to today, with artemisia at high levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Donostia 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 Donostia?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Donostia. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Donostia?
How often is the Donostia pollen forecast updated?
The Donostia pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Donostia 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 Donostia 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 Donostia, 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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