Tarragona pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Tarragona is high; mugwort is high; grass is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will decrease; 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 | 8/100 |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 66/100 |
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) | Low | 13/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 69/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Tarragona's coastal parks and the Francolí River corridor feature olive, pine, and carob as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up historic city centre. Surrounding Catalan farmland and the Gaià and Francolí valleys contribute substantial grass and tree pollen, while the Mediterranean coastal position means sea breezes can periodically disperse pollen across the ancient Roman city.
Tarragona's pollen season opens in January with olive and carob before grass from surrounding Catalan farmland peaks through April and May. The Mediterranean coastal position means sea breezes can periodically disperse pollen across the historic Roman city, while the relatively dry sub-Mediterranean climate means fewer rainfall interruptions and the summer heat ends the season abruptly by June.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Catalonia
Is pollen high in Tarragona right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Tarragona are high. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Tarragona tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Tarragona will be similar to today, with grass at low levels, artemisia at high levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Tarragona this week?
According to the five-day outlook, grass and artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Tarragona?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Tarragona. grass are also present but at lower levels. willow and cypress are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Tarragona?
How often is the Tarragona pollen forecast updated?
The Tarragona pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Tarragona 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 Tarragona 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 Tarragona, 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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