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

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Pollen Today in Leiden, The Netherlands

Current pollen levels, hourly forecast, allergy risk and outlook for Leiden, The Netherlands. Grass: Moderate · Mugwort: Moderate

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High9Moderate
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High10Moderate

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
Today
10Moderate
21 Tue
13Moderate
22 Wed
7Moderate
23 Thu
8Moderate
24 Fri
10Moderate
Mugwort
Today
10Moderate
21 Tue
12Moderate
22 Wed
8Moderate
23 Thu
9Moderate
24 Fri
9Moderate

About Leiden

CountryThe Netherlands, South Holland
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam (UTC+2)
Coordinates52.16° N, 4.49° E
Population≈ 120K

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+2)

Grass9 · Moderategrains/m³
5Low0Today Jul 20Tomorrow Jul 21
Mugwort10 · Moderate
5Low0Today Jul 20Tomorrow Jul 210:0016°6:0015°12:0018°18:0018°0:0015°6:0015°12:0018°18:0019°
View detailed hourly pollen data

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

Today — Jul 20

HourGrassMugwort
00:0077
01:0098
02:00108
03:0089
04:0077
05:0087
06:0087
07:0078
08:0096
09:0075
10:0075
11:0084
12:0084
13:0074
14:0063
15:0063
16:0063
17:0063
18:0073
19:0074
20:0074
21:00107
22:00910
23:001010

Tomorrow — Jul 21

HourGrassMugwort
00:001212
01:001212
02:001312
03:001310
04:00128
05:00127
06:00119
07:001112
08:00108
09:0097
10:0096
11:0095
12:0094
13:0094
14:0084
15:0074
16:0064
17:0064
18:0054
19:0064
20:0064
21:0054
22:0065
23:0066

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What is the pollen level in Leiden today?

On July 20, Leiden reaches a peak pollen risk of Moderate around 23:00, driven mainly by Grass pollen. Live levels are tracked for birch, grass, alder, mugwort, olive, and ragweed.

Pollen snapshot

Now
Moderate
Today's peak
Moderate · 23:00
Tomorrow's peak
Moderate · 02:00
Main allergen
Grass
Temperature
16°
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.