Brampton Cumbria pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Brampton Cumbria is low; mugwort is low.
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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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 | 8/100 |
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 | 10/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 33/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around Brampton Cumbria, birch and sycamore are the dominant species behind local tree pollen, with counts higher near parks than in the centre. Grass pollen from surrounding Cumbria fields is significant through the summer months, carried in by the prevailing Atlantic airflow. Locals with allergies tend to plan around two peaks a year rather than one long stretch.
The tree pollen story in Brampton Cumbria is really about birch and sycamore, in that order. Birch gets going around March and tapers off by May, and sycamore 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. Useful to know if you tend to feel it every spring.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Cumbria
Is pollen high in Brampton Cumbria right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Brampton Cumbria are low. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Brampton Cumbria tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Brampton Cumbria will be different from today, with grass at low levels and artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Brampton Cumbria 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 Brampton Cumbria?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Brampton Cumbria. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Brampton Cumbria?
How often is the Brampton Cumbria pollen forecast updated?
The Brampton Cumbria pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Brampton Cumbria 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 Brampton Cumbria 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 Brampton Cumbria, 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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