Birmingham pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Birmingham is low; mugwort is low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will decrease; cypress, grass, and willow will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
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) | Low | 15/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 46/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
The wider Birmingham countryside supplies additional tree and grass pollen, particularly when the dominant maritime airflow carry it toward the built-up area. On top of that, oak and plane are the two species driving most tree pollen in Birmingham, especially around parks and green corridors. This mix of urban and rural influence gives Birmingham a fairly typical pollen pattern for the wider region.
So here's the rundown for Birmingham: oak pollen shows up first, then plane takes over. Oak pollen typically runs from April to May, and plane keeps things going from April right through to June. After that, grass pollen carries the season from May through to September, with June and July normally the toughest stretch. Not a bad idea to stock up on antihistamines before it all kicks off.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Birmingham
Is pollen high in Birmingham right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Birmingham are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Birmingham tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Birmingham will be different from today, with artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Birmingham 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 Birmingham?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Birmingham. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Birmingham?
How often is the Birmingham pollen forecast updated?
The Birmingham pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham, 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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