Berwick-upon-Tweed pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Berwick-upon-Tweed is moderate; mugwort is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort increasing, grass at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will decrease; cypress and willow will remain stable.
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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 | 36/100 |
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 | 11/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 55/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Berwick-upon-Tweed's parks and green spaces feature oak and ash as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these greener areas and the more built-up town centre. The nearby coastal fringe adds further grass and tree pollen exposure, particularly under cooler northerly winds. Locals with allergies tend to plan around two peaks a year rather than one long stretch.
Locals in Berwick-upon-Tweed usually notice oak first, with ash not far behind it. After that, grass pollen carries the season from May through to September, with June and July normally the toughest stretch. You'll usually see oak pollen from around April through May, then ash carries on from March until May. Not a bad idea to stock up on antihistamines before it all kicks off.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Northumberland
Is pollen high in Berwick-upon-Tweed right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Berwick-upon-Tweed are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Berwick-upon-Tweed tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Berwick-upon-Tweed will be different from today, with grass at low levels and artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Berwick-upon-Tweed this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Berwick-upon-Tweed?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Berwick-upon-Tweed. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Berwick-upon-Tweed?
How often is the Berwick-upon-Tweed pollen forecast updated?
The Berwick-upon-Tweed pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Berwick-upon-Tweed 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 Berwick-upon-Tweed 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 Berwick-upon-Tweed, 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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