Burntwood pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Burntwood is low; cypress and grass are low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar - cypress remains low, grass increasing, mugwort at low levels. Over the following five days mugwort will increase; cypress and grass will decrease. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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Hay fever sufferers here typically notice symptoms peaking in late spring, then again during the summer grass season. That's on top of plane and lime, which are the main local tree pollen sources around Burntwood's parks and quieter streets. Surrounding Staffordshire farmland contributes substantial grass and tree pollen, moving into town when winds blow from the south-west.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    1/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    24/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    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 - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    8/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Medium

    30/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    Low

    7/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Burntwood right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Burntwood are low. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Burntwood tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Burntwood will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels, cypress at low levels and grass increasing

Is pollen expected to decrease in Burntwood this week?

According to the five-day outlook, cypress and grass pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, while artemisia pollen will increase, suggesting mixed conditions later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Burntwood?

On 16 July 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Burntwood. grass are also present but at lower levels. willow, alder, artemisia, birch, and hazel are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Burntwood?
Ask anyone with allergies in Burntwood and they'll tell you it's plane and lime that cause the trouble. Plane pollen typically runs from April to June, with lime picking up between May and July. On top of that, grass pollen runs May to September and tends to hit hardest in June and July. Good to know if you're planning anything outdoors that time of year.
How often is the Burntwood pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Burntwood 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 Burntwood 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 Burntwood, 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: 16 July 2026 at 10:33 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Burntwood.

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