Pollen forecast for Gelsenkirchen. Data as of (Europe/Berlin). Values update hourly — see this page for the current reading and hourly forecast.

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Pollen Today in Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Current pollen levels, hourly forecast, allergy risk and outlook for Gelsenkirchen, Germany. Grass: Low · Mugwort: Moderate

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High3Low
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High6Moderate

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
Today
12Moderate
22 Wed
10Moderate
23 Thu
10Moderate
24 Fri
8Moderate
Mugwort
Today
13Moderate
22 Wed
17Moderate
23 Thu
10Moderate
24 Fri
14Moderate

About Gelsenkirchen

CountryGermany, North Rhine-Westphalia
TimezoneEurope/Berlin (UTC+2)
Coordinates51.51° N, 7.10° E
Population≈ 270K

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+2)

Grass3 · Lowgrains/m³
5Low0Today Jul 21Tomorrow Jul 22
Mugwort6 · Moderate
5Low0Today Jul 21Tomorrow Jul 220:0017°6:0012°12:0020°18:0023°0:0017°6:0014°12:0019°18:0021°
View detailed hourly pollen data

Detailed hour-by-hour pollen forecast for Gelsenkirchen — today and tomorrow. Pollen concentrations per allergen type for each hour.

Today — Jul 21

HourGrassMugwort
00:001111
01:001112
02:00913
03:0059
04:0036
05:0025
06:0015
07:0017
08:0027
09:0036
10:0044
11:0063
12:0053
13:0055
14:0054
15:0054
16:0063
17:0073
18:0093
19:00104
20:00124
21:00126
22:00108
23:00119

Tomorrow — Jul 22

HourGrassMugwort
00:00109
01:0089
02:00713
03:00617
04:00415
05:0028
06:0016
07:0018
08:0016
09:0016
10:0026
11:0035
12:0045
13:0054
14:0063
15:0053
16:0043
17:0043
18:0043
19:0043
20:0053
21:0065
22:0065
23:0056

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What is the pollen level in Gelsenkirchen today?

On July 21, Gelsenkirchen reaches a peak pollen risk of Moderate around 01:00, driven mainly by Mugwort pollen. Live levels are tracked for birch, grass, alder, mugwort, olive, and ragweed.

Pollen snapshot

Now
Moderate
Today's peak
Moderate · 01:00
Tomorrow's peak
Moderate · 03:00
Main allergen
Mugwort
Temperature
13°
About the Pollen Forecast

What is a pollen forecast?

A pollen forecast predicts the concentration of airborne pollen grains (measured in grains per cubic meter) for a specific location and time. Pollen is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during their pollination seasons. Higher concentrations trigger worse allergy symptoms in sensitive individuals. This forecast uses data from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS).

How do I check the pollen forecast today?

This page shows the live pollen levels for your location using data from CAMS via Open-Meteo. You get current pollen concentrations for birch, grass, alder, mugwort, olive, and ragweed — plus an hourly forecast chart and tomorrow's outlook. Select your allergens to see personalized risk levels.

When are pollen levels highest?

Pollen levels vary by type: tree pollen (birch, alder) typically peaks in spring mornings, grass pollen peaks in late spring and summer afternoons, and weed pollen (mugwort, ragweed) peaks in late summer and fall. Warm, dry, windy days have higher pollen counts. Rain temporarily reduces airborne pollen. Check the forecast chart above for today's exact pollen trend.

How can I reduce pollen exposure?

Many people reduce pollen exposure by keeping windows closed on high-pollen days, showering after time outdoors, and using air purifiers. Check the pollen forecast before outdoor activities, and consult a healthcare provider for personal advice.

What is an allergy profile?

Your allergy profile tells us which pollen types trigger your symptoms. Different people react to different pollens — some are allergic to birch and grass, others to ragweed or olive. By selecting your allergens, you get a personalized risk assessment that only considers the pollen types relevant to you, rather than a generic overall forecast.

Pollen risk levels

None
Low
Moderate
High
Very High

Risk levels are based on approximate pollen concentration thresholds per allergen type (grains/m³):

  • Tree pollen (birch, alder): Low ≤10, Moderate ≤100, High ≤1000, Very High >1000
  • Grass & weed pollen (grass, mugwort, ragweed): Low ≤5, Moderate ≤20, High ≤50, Very High >50
  • Olive pollen: Low ≤10, Moderate ≤50, High ≤200, Very High >200

Your risk is the highest level among your selected allergens. These approximate thresholds are commonly referenced in European aeroallergen research (EAN) and clinical guidelines.

Pollen Forecast in Gelsenkirchen Today — Pollen Levels & Allergy Risk