Pollen forecast for Zaanstad. 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 Zaanstad, The Netherlands

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

Current Pollen Levels

grains/m³
Grass
52050LowModerateHighVery High13Moderate
Mugwort
52050LowModerateHighVery High10Moderate

Select allergens for a personalized forecast

Pollen Outlook

grains/m³ peak
Grass
Today
17Moderate
21 Tue
16Moderate
22 Wed
8Moderate
23 Thu
2Low
Mugwort
Today
14Moderate
21 Tue
12Moderate
22 Wed
7Moderate
23 Thu
5Low

About Zaanstad

CountryThe Netherlands, North Holland
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam (UTC+2)
Coordinates52.45° N, 4.81° E
Population≈ 140K

TodayTomorrow

Local time (GMT+2)

Grass13 · Moderategrains/m³
5Low0Today Jul 20Tomorrow Jul 21
Mugwort10 · Moderate
5Low0Today Jul 20Tomorrow Jul 210:0015°6:0014°12:0018°18:0019°0:0015°6:0014°12:0019°18:0018°
View detailed hourly pollen data

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

Today — Jul 20

HourGrassMugwort
00:00139
01:001310
02:001310
03:00138
04:00117
05:00107
06:00108
07:001310
08:00138
09:00125
10:00125
11:00125
12:00116
13:00116
14:00115
15:00125
16:00126
17:00135
18:00135
19:00145
20:00146
21:00168
22:001714
23:001512

Tomorrow — Jul 21

HourGrassMugwort
00:001612
01:001310
02:001310
03:00127
04:00127
05:0096
06:0085
07:0097
08:00138
09:00127
10:00116
11:00126
12:00137
13:00126
14:00125
15:00105
16:00105
17:00105
18:0096
19:0086
20:0086
21:0087
22:0097
23:0077

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What is the pollen level in Zaanstad today?

On July 20, Zaanstad reaches a peak pollen risk of Moderate around 22:00, 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 · 22:00
Tomorrow's peak
Moderate · 00:00
Main allergen
Grass
Temperature
14°
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.