Accrington pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Accrington is low; cypress, grass, and mugwort are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and mugwort will increase; grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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This combination means residents feel both urban and rural pollen sources depending on which way the wind's blowing. That's on top of oak and ash, which are the main local tree pollen sources around Accrington's parks and quieter streets. The nearby local common land adds further grass and tree pollen exposure, particularly under easterly winds.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    8/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    13/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    2/100

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 - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    7/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    12/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    2/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Accrington right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Accrington are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Accrington tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Accrington will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Accrington this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia and cypress pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Accrington?

On 16 July 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Accrington. cypress and grass are also present but at lower levels. willow, alder, birch, and hazel are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Accrington?
Want to know what triggers spring allergies in Accrington? Start with oak, then ash. Expect oak pollen roughly from April to May, then ash carries on from March until May. On top of that, grass pollen runs May to September and tends to hit hardest in June and July. Not a bad idea to stock up on antihistamines before it all kicks off.
How often is the Accrington pollen forecast updated?

The Accrington pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Accrington 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 Accrington 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 Accrington, 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: 16 July 2026 at 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Accrington.

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