Málaga pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (1 August) pollen in Málaga is low; grass and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (2 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass and mugwort will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Málaga's Mediterranean waterfront urban vegetation, anchored by Parque de Málaga and the Guadalmedina River corridor, features olive, cypress, and pine as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Andalusian farmland and the Málaga Mountains contribute substantial olive and grass pollen, while the coastal position means onshore Mediterranean breezes can periodically disperse pollen across the historic port city.

Today - 1 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    21/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    11/100

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 - 2 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    12/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    4/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Málaga right now?

On 1 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Málaga are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Málaga tomorrow?

On 2 August 2026, pollen conditions in Málaga will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Málaga this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Málaga?

On 1 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Málaga. grass are also present but at lower levels. birch, hazel, cypress, and willow are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Málaga?
Málaga's pollen season runs from January through June, opening with olive and cypress tree pollen in late winter before grass pollen from surrounding Andalusian farmland peaks through April and May. Olive pollen is the dominant allergenic source due to the extensive surrounding olive groves. The hot, dry Mediterranean summer ends the season abruptly, while the coastal position means onshore Mediterranean breezes can periodically disperse pollen.
How often is the Málaga pollen forecast updated?

The Málaga pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Málaga 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 Málaga 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 Málaga, 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: 1 August 2026 at 15:54 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Málaga.

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