Roquetas de Mar pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Roquetas de Mar is high; mugwort is high; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort remains high, grass no longer expected.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; cypress 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) | Low | 1/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 62/100 |
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 | 63/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Roquetas de Mar's coastal parks and the Rambla Morales corridor feature olive, palm, and tamarisk as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up resort city centre. Surrounding Almería greenhouse farmland and the semi-arid coastal plain contribute substantial grass and crop pollen, while the Mediterranean coastal position means sea breezes can periodically disperse pollen.
Roquetas de Mar's pollen season opens in January with olive and palm, with the Almería greenhouse landscape and semi-arid climate producing one of Spain's earliest seasons. Grass and crop pollen from surrounding farmland peak through March and April. Sea breezes periodically disperse pollen, while the hot, dry summer ends the season very abruptly and the greenhouse plastic surfaces create distinctive local conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Andalusia
Is pollen high in Roquetas de Mar right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Roquetas de Mar are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Roquetas de Mar tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Roquetas de Mar will be different from today, with artemisia at high levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Roquetas de Mar this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Roquetas de Mar?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Roquetas de Mar. grass are also present but at lower levels. cypress and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Roquetas de Mar?
How often is the Roquetas de Mar pollen forecast updated?
The Roquetas de Mar pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Roquetas de Mar 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 Roquetas de Mar 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 Roquetas de Mar, 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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