Kiruna pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Kiruna is none
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week cypress, grass, willow, and mugwort 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) | None | 0/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Birch, birch, and oak dominate the tree canopy in Kiruna, mostly concentrated away from the paved city core. Open fields near the surrounding subarctic fells let grass and crop pollen spread widely whenever conditions are dry and breezy. For most residents of Kiruna, distance from parks and green belts matters more for pollen exposure than any local industry.
Kiruna sees a delayed but intense pollen season, starting with alder in March and building to a compact birch peak by June. The baton passes to grass pollen by June, carrying the season through July. Kiruna's location relative to the surrounding subarctic fells means daily pollen readings can swing with changes in wind direction. Local birch stands and nearby agricultural land sustain the season's later stages through August.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Norrbotten
Is pollen high in Kiruna right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Kiruna.
Will pollen levels change in Kiruna tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Kiruna will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Kiruna this week?
According to the five-day outlook, pollen levels are expected to remain relatively stable.
Which pollen types are currently active in Kiruna?
On 20 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Kiruna.
When is pollen season in Kiruna?
How often is the Kiruna pollen forecast updated?
The Kiruna pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Kiruna 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 Kiruna 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 Kiruna, 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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