Blackpool Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (11 October) pollen in Blackpool 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 mold (cladosporium) will increase; mugwort and mold (alternaria) 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 | 2/100 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 4/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 11/100 |
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 | 15/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 3/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 8/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 71% of the area near the heart of Blackpool is built-up land, with some open water. Willow, oak and maple are among the allergenic trees nearby. Grasses are a major source, with plantain and pigweed adding to the weed pollen load. In the immediate area, street trees, parks and lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts.
Willow, oak and maple lead the season in mid-spring, as temperatures climb to around 10°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Then come the grasses, strongest in midsummer and fading by early fall. Later, plantain and pigweed keep weed pollen in the air from late spring into early fall. By early winter, as temperatures fall to around 5°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Blackpool
Is pollen high in Blackpool right now?
On 11 October 2026, overall pollen levels in Blackpool are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Blackpool tomorrow?
On 12 October 2026, pollen conditions in Blackpool will be similar to today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Blackpool 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 Blackpool?
On 11 October 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Blackpool. grass and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Blackpool?
How often is the Blackpool pollen forecast updated?
The Blackpool pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Blackpool 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 Blackpool 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 Blackpool, 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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