York pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (9 August) pollen in York is medium; ragweed is medium; mugwort is low. Tomorrow (10 August 2026) levels are similar - mugwort remains low, ragweed remains medium, grass at low levels. Over the following five days grass, mugwort, and ragweed will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.
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Located in the wider area, this area has water here is bordered by hazel and willow, both notable sources of wind-borne pollen. Nearby, close by, a mix of oak and birch trees, birch in particular a notorious spring allergen source. Here, in the surrounding area, a park whose lawns and ornamental trees quietly add to grass and ragweed pollen levels.
Today - 9 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
None
0/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
6/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Medium
28/100
High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.
Tomorrow - 10 August
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
-
Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
-
Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
-
Cypress (Cupressaceae):
None
0/100
-
Grass (Poaceae):
Low
2/100
-
Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
-
Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
17/100
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Ragweed (Ambrosia):
Medium
40/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in York right now?
On 9 August 2026, overall pollen levels in York are moderate. Ambrosia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while artemisia remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in York tomorrow?
On 10 August 2026, pollen conditions in York will be different from today, with ambrosia at medium levels, artemisia at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in York this week?
According to the five-day outlook, ambrosia, artemisia, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in York?
On 9 August 2026, Ambrosia is the dominant pollen source in York. artemisia are also present but at lower levels. cypress and grass are not currently active.
When is pollen season in York?
How often is the York pollen forecast updated?
The York pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in York come from nearby or far away?
Studies show that most pollen exposure (often 70–90%) comes from nearby sources, such as local trees and vegetation. A good pollen forecast therefore depends on accurately representing local vegetation. Pollen can travel long distances, but this usually matters only early in the season or during specific wind events.
Are pollen levels in York based on measurements or forecasts?
Pollen data is often misunderstood. Most "pollen levels" are not real-time measurements, but forecasts.
Direct pollen measurements are typically delayed by 1-2 days because they require manual analysis. To show current conditions in York, modern forecasts combine recent measurements, weather data, and information about local vegetation.
This allows us to estimate pollen levels for today and the coming days, not just report the past.
Airmine’s atmospheric monitoring platform was developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team, using satellite and Earth observation technologies to improve emissions monitoring.
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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 9 August 2026 at 20:27 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
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