Ardrossan Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Ardrossan is low; mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (12 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort, mold (alternaria), and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; grass and willow will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 11 October
| 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) | Low | 4/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 6/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 14/100 |
Tomorrow - 12 October
| 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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Low | 8/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 5/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 11/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Built-up land makes up around 33% of the area near the heart of Ardrossan, with a good deal of open water and some open grassland. Allergenic trees nearby include alder, maple and ash. Grass pollen is significant here, and plantain and pigweed contribute weed pollen. In the built-up parts of the area, street trees, gardens and park lawns add to the local mix.
Alder opens the pollen season in late winter. Maple and ash follow in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 10°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in midsummer, with temperatures around 15°C, and their pollen lingers into early fall. Later, plantain and pigweed keep weed pollen in the air from late spring into early fall. By early winter, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in North Ayrshire
Is pollen high in Ardrossan right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Ardrossan are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Ardrossan tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Ardrossan will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Ardrossan this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Ardrossan?
On 11 October 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Ardrossan. grass and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Ardrossan?
How often is the Ardrossan pollen forecast updated?
The Ardrossan pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Ardrossan 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 Ardrossan 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 Ardrossan, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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