Abertawe pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Abertawe is moderate; mugwort is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort remains moderate, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass will increase; mugwort will decrease; cypress and willow will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 20 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 |
| 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) | Moderate | 28/100 |
Tomorrow - 21 September
| Pollen species | Level | Value | 7-Day Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alder (Alnus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Birch (Betula) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Hazel (Corylus) | None | 0/100 | — |
| Cypress (Cupressaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Grass (Poaceae) | Low | 4/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 48/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Abertawe sees alder and oak as the leading tree pollen contributors, with levels differing noticeably between well-vegetated suburbs and the denser core. Grass pollen from surrounding Swansea fields is significant through the summer months, carried in by the dominant maritime airflow. Overall exposure follows the broader regional trend, moderated somewhat by the town's parks and gardens.
So here's the rundown for Abertawe: birch pollen shows up first, then oak takes over. Grass season overlaps a lot of this too, running May through September and peaking mid-summer. Birch tends to release pollen between March and May, before oak takes over, usually April to May. Worth keeping an eye on the forecast if you're sensitive.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Swansea
Is pollen high in Abertawe right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Abertawe are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Abertawe tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Abertawe will be different from today, with grass at low levels, artemisia at moderate levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Abertawe this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while grass pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Abertawe?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Abertawe. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Abertawe?
How often is the Abertawe pollen forecast updated?
The Abertawe pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Abertawe 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 Abertawe 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 Abertawe, 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.
Understanding the Scale
The 0–100 scores represent risk levels, not direct measurements of pollen or air pollutant concentrations. Higher scores indicate higher risk. Pollen and air quality use different thresholds.
Pollen
| None | 0 | No or negligible risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be minimal. |
| Low | 0-25 | Low risk of exposure. Small amounts of pollen or mold spores may be present. |
| Moderate | 25-50 | Moderate risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be noticeable. |
| High | 50-75 | High risk of exposure. Elevated pollen/mold exposure is expected. |
| Very High | 75-100 | Very high risk of exposure. Pollen/mold exposure is expected to be at or near its highest levels. |
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