Ashton-under-Lyne pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (16 July) pollen in Ashton-under-Lyne 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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Ashton-under-Lyne sees oak and ash as the leading tree pollen contributors, with levels differing noticeably between well-vegetated suburbs and the denser core. The nearby stretch of open moorland adds further grass and tree pollen exposure, particularly under northwesterly winds off the coast. Locals with allergies tend to plan around two peaks a year rather than one long stretch.
Today - 16 July
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
4/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Low
11/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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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
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Low
5/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
Low
11/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
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Mugwort (Artemisia):
Low
3/100
Air quality in Ashton-under-Lyne
View air qualityFrequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Ashton-under-Lyne right now?
On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Ashton-under-Lyne are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress and grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Ashton-under-Lyne tomorrow?
On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Ashton-under-Lyne will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Ashton-under-Lyne 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 Ashton-under-Lyne?
On 16 July 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Ashton-under-Lyne. cypress and grass are also present but at lower levels. alder, birch, hazel, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Ashton-under-Lyne?
How often is the Ashton-under-Lyne pollen forecast updated?
The Ashton-under-Lyne pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Ashton-under-Lyne 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 Ashton-under-Lyne 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 Ashton-under-Lyne, 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 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)
This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Ashton-under-Lyne.
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