Barrow in Furness pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Barrow in Furness is high; grass is high; cypress is medium. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - cypress declining, grass declining. Over the following five days cypress and grass will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Barrow in Furness' coastal parks and the Duddon estuary corridor feature oak and birch as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up town centre. Surrounding Cumbria farmland and the Lake District fells contribute substantial grass and tree pollen, while the coastal position on the Irish Sea means onshore westerly winds can periodically disperse pollen and frequent rainfall provides regular interruptions.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Medium

    48/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    69/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

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 - 26 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    12/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    33/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Barrow in Furness right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Barrow in Furness are high. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Barrow in Furness tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Barrow in Furness will be different from today, with grass, cypress continuing to decline

Is pollen expected to decrease in Barrow in Furness this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Barrow in Furness?

On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Barrow in Furness. cypress are also present but at lower levels. willow, alder, birch, and hazel are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Barrow in Furness?
Barrow in Furness' pollen season opens with hazel and alder from February, slightly later than southern UK cities due to the cooler Cumbrian coastal climate. Birch and oak follow through April and May, with grass peaking through June and July. The Irish Sea coastal position means onshore westerly winds can periodically disperse pollen, while very frequent Atlantic rainfall provides regular interruptions throughout the season.
How often is the Barrow in Furness pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Barrow in Furness 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 Barrow in Furness 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 Barrow in Furness, 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: 25 Jun 2026, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Barrow in Furness.

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