Lugano pollen forecast — Paradiso neighborhood

Today (30 August) pollen in Paradiso, 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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Paradiso features chestnut, oak, and Mediterranean vegetation as the main pollen sources, with exposure varying between the Lake Lugano shoreline promenade and the built-up hillside resort streets of this southern Lugano district.

Today - 30 August

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    4/100

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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?
January opens Paradiso's pollen season with hazel and alder; birch peaks through April and May, chestnut and oak follow, and grass then dominates June and July. This basin south of the Alps can trap pollen under calm, warm conditions, while chestnut forest and lakeside vegetation nearby keep adding to the mix. The warm, sheltered southern Alpine microclimate means the season here starts earlier than in northern Swiss cities.
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 20:26 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Paradiso, Lugano.

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