Lugano Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Lugano is low; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; cypress, grass, willow, and mugwort will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| 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 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 3/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 11/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| 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 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 4/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 13/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Most of the area around the center of Lugano is built-up land, with some woodland. Oak, hazel and ash are among the allergenic trees nearby. Grass pollen is significant here, and ragweed and mugwort contribute weed pollen. Compared with most places, ragweed is especially widespread here, which makes it one of the key local allergens.
The pollen year starts in late winter, when hazel flowers. Tree pollen peaks in late spring, when the weather warms to around 15°C and oak and ash are in full flower. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 20°C, and their pollen lingers into late summer. Ragweed and mugwort bring the strongest peak of the year from late summer into mid-fall.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Ticino
Is pollen high in Lugano right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Lugano.
Will pollen levels change in Lugano tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Lugano will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Lugano this week?
According to the five-day outlook, pollen levels are expected to remain relatively stable.
Which pollen types are currently active in Lugano?
On 10 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Lugano.
When is pollen season in Lugano?
How often is the Lugano pollen forecast updated?
The Lugano pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Lugano 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 Lugano 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 Lugano, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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