Santander pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (9 August) pollen in Santander is low; mugwort is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - mugwort increasing. Over the following five days mugwort will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Santander's coastal parks and the Bahía de Santander waterfront feature oak, birch, and eucalyptus as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Cantabrian woodland and farmland contribute substantial tree and grass pollen, while the very wet Atlantic Cantabrian climate means frequent rainfall provides regular interruptions throughout the season.

Today - 9 August

  • 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):

    Low

    15/100

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

  • 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):

    Medium

    26/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Santander right now?

On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Santander are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Santander tomorrow?

On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in Santander will be different from today, with artemisia increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Santander this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass and artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Santander?

On 9 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Santander. hazel, cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Santander?
Santander'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. The very wet Atlantic Cantabrian climate means Santander is one of the most frequently interrupted pollen seasons in Spain, with frequent onshore Bay of Biscay winds and rainfall providing regular interruptions throughout.
How often is the Santander pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Santander 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 Santander 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 Santander, 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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