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

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Pollen Today in Budapest, Hungary

Current pollen levels, hourly forecast, allergy risk and outlook for Budapest, Hungary. Grass: Low · Mugwort: Low

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High4Low
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High3Low

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
Today
11Moderate
20 Mon
11Moderate
21 Tue
11Moderate
22 Wed
12Moderate
23 Thu
11Moderate
Mugwort
Today
7Moderate
20 Mon
5Moderate
21 Tue
15Moderate
22 Wed
15Moderate
23 Thu
26High
Ragweed
Today
<1Low
20 Mon
<1Low
21 Tue
<1Low
22 Wed
<1Low
23 Thu
0None

About Budapest

CountryHungary, Budapest
TimezoneEurope/Budapest (UTC+2)
Coordinates47.50° N, 19.04° E
Population≈ 1.74M

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+2)

Grass4 · Lowgrains/m³
5Low0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 20
Mugwort3 · Low
5Low0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 20
Ragweed0 · None
5Low0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 200:0025°6:0022°12:0029°18:0031°0:0022°6:0019°12:0027°18:0028°
View detailed hourly pollen data

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

Today — Jul 19

HourGrassMugwortRagweed
00:00115
01:00105
02:0094
03:00115
04:00106
05:00106
06:00107
07:0095
08:0075
09:0073
10:0072
11:0051
12:0042
13:0043
14:0043
15:0052
16:0052
17:004
18:002
19:0021
20:0041
21:0062
22:0062
23:0072

Tomorrow — Jul 20

HourGrassMugwortRagweed
00:0073
01:0052
02:0042
03:0032
04:0022
05:0022
06:0022
07:0033
08:0043
09:0053
10:0063
11:0063
12:0063
13:0062
14:0052
15:0053
16:0063
17:0063
18:0063
19:0083
20:00103
21:00114
22:00105
23:00105

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What is the pollen level in Budapest today?

On July 19, Budapest reaches a peak pollen risk of Moderate around 06:00, driven mainly by Grass pollen. Live levels are tracked for birch, grass, alder, mugwort, olive, and ragweed.

Pollen snapshot

Now
Low
Today's peak
Moderate · 06:00
Tomorrow's peak
Moderate · 21:00
Main allergen
Grass
Temperature
31°
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.