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

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Pollen Today in Ghent, Belgium

Current pollen levels, hourly forecast, allergy risk and outlook for Ghent, Belgium. Grass: Moderate · Mugwort: Moderate

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High8Moderate
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High14Moderate

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
Today
13Moderate
20 Mon
11Moderate
21 Tue
11Moderate
22 Wed
8Moderate
Mugwort
Today
23High
20 Mon
24High
21 Tue
26High
22 Wed
25High

About Ghent

CountryBelgium, Flanders
TimezoneEurope/Brussels (UTC+2)
Coordinates51.05° N, 3.72° E
Population≈ 265K

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+2)

Grass8 · Moderategrains/m³
5Low0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 20
Mugwort14 · Moderate
5Low20Moderate0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 200:0016°6:0014°12:0020°18:0020°0:0015°6:0014°12:0019°18:0020°
View detailed hourly pollen data

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

Today — Jul 19

HourGrassMugwort
00:00617
01:00416
02:00221
03:00122
04:00123
05:00120
06:00123
07:00223
08:00416
09:00814
10:00915
11:00813
12:00712
13:0089
14:0078
15:0078
16:0078
17:0079
18:0079
19:00710
20:00712
21:00915
22:001016
23:001318

Tomorrow — Jul 20

HourGrassMugwort
00:001118
01:001120
02:00923
03:00823
04:00623
05:00623
06:00624
07:00523
08:00920
09:001013
10:00915
11:00814
12:00811
13:00812
14:0088
15:0078
16:00812
17:00812
18:00813
19:00814
20:00815
21:00916
22:001017
23:001118

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What is the pollen level in Ghent today?

On July 19, Ghent reaches a peak pollen risk of High around 23:00, driven mainly by Mugwort pollen. Live levels are tracked for birch, grass, alder, mugwort, olive, and ragweed.

Pollen snapshot

Now
Moderate
Today's peak
High · 23:00
Tomorrow's peak
High · 02:00
Main allergen
Mugwort
Temperature
17°
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.