Pollen forecast for Leuven. 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 Leuven, Belgium

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

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High7Moderate
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High8Moderate

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
Today
16Moderate
20 Mon
19Moderate
21 Tue
17Moderate
22 Wed
8Moderate
Mugwort
Today
15Moderate
20 Mon
20Moderate
21 Tue
16Moderate
22 Wed
12Moderate

About Leuven

CountryBelgium, Flanders
TimezoneEurope/Brussels (UTC+2)
Coordinates50.88° N, 4.70° E
Population≈ 101K

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+2)

Grass7 · Moderategrains/m³
5Low20Moderate0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 20
Mugwort8 · Moderate
5Low20Moderate0Today Jul 19Tomorrow Jul 200:0016°6:0013°12:0021°18:0021°0:0015°6:0013°12:0019°18:0021°
View detailed hourly pollen data

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

Today — Jul 19

HourGrassMugwort
00:001311
01:00810
02:0068
03:0017
04:0016
05:007
06:0019
07:00110
08:0028
09:0078
10:0068
11:0087
12:0086
13:0086
14:0085
15:0084
16:0084
17:0084
18:0095
19:0096
20:0096
21:00107
22:001612
23:001415

Tomorrow — Jul 20

HourGrassMugwort
00:001520
01:001419
02:001014
03:00712
04:00613
05:00412
06:00311
07:00110
08:0048
09:0057
10:0087
11:0086
12:0086
13:00106
14:00106
15:00106
16:0096
17:0095
18:00106
19:00126
20:00146
21:00168
22:001714
23:001916

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What is the pollen level in Leuven today?

On July 19, Leuven 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 · 00:00
Main allergen
Grass
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.