Örnsköldsvik pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Örnsköldsvik 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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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
Tree cover in Örnsköldsvik is dominated by spruce, birch, and oak, concentrated in parks and along the water's edge rather than in the city centre. Wherever farmland meets the High Coast fjords, grass and crop pollen tend to disperse over a wide area. Örnsköldsvik shows a vegetation pattern typical of Swedish towns its size, driven by nearby countryside rather than forestry and chemical industry.
In Örnsköldsvik, the shorter northern season means alder appears from March, with birch delivering a sharp, concentrated peak into June. Grass pollen picks up the baton from birch, running through most of June and July. Sitting close to the High Coast fjords, Örnsköldsvik sees pollen counts that can rise or fall quickly with changing weather fronts. Local spruce stands and nearby agricultural land sustain the season's later stages through August.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Västernorrland
Is pollen high in Örnsköldsvik right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Örnsköldsvik.
Will pollen levels change in Örnsköldsvik tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Örnsköldsvik will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Örnsköldsvik this week?
According to the five-day outlook, pollen levels are expected to remain relatively stable.
Which pollen types are currently active in Örnsköldsvik?
On 20 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Örnsköldsvik.
When is pollen season in Örnsköldsvik?
How often is the Örnsköldsvik pollen forecast updated?
The Örnsköldsvik pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Örnsköldsvik 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 Örnsköldsvik 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 Örnsköldsvik, 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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