Lugano pollen forecast — Besso neighborhood
Today (30 August) pollen in Besso, Lugano is low; grass and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (31 August 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass will increase; mugwort will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Besso features chestnut, oak, and Mediterranean vegetation as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between residential greenery and the dense built-up streets of this central Lugano district.
Today - 30 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
4/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
13/100
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 - 31 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
5/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
11/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Lugano right now?
On 30 August 2026, overall pollen levels in Lugano are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Lugano tomorrow?
On 31 August 2026, pollen conditions in Lugano will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Lugano this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Lugano?
On 30 August 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Lugano. grass are also present but at lower levels. hazel, cypress, and willow are not currently active.
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.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 30 August 2026 at 14:32 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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