Bury pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (25 June) pollen in Bury is high; grass is high; cypress is low. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days cypress and grass will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

Bury's parks, including Burrs Country Park, and the River Irwell corridor feature birch and oak as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up town centre. The West Pennine Moors to the north contribute heather and grass pollen, while frequent rainfall typical of the Greater Manchester fringe provides regular interruptions to exposure throughout the season.

Today - 25 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    20/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    70/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    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 - 26 June

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    Low

    9/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    High

    65/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Bury right now?

On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Bury are high. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while cypress remain at lower levels

Will pollen levels change in Bury tomorrow?

On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Bury will be similar to today, with grass at high levels, cypress at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Bury this week?

According to the five-day outlook, grass and cypress pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Bury?

On 25 June 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Bury. cypress are also present but at lower levels. willow, alder, birch, and hazel are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Bury?
Bury's pollen season opens with hazel and alder from February, slightly later than southern UK cities due to the cooler, wetter Greater Manchester climate. Birch and oak follow through April and May, with grass peaking through June and July. The West Pennine Moors contribute heather pollen, while frequent Manchester fringe rainfall provides regular interruptions and the season ends earlier than in southern Britain.
How often is the Bury pollen forecast updated?

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

Does pollen in Bury 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 Bury 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 Bury, 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: 25 Jun 2026, 09:01 CET (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Bury.

For long term forecasts and maps, see the Airmine app

Developed with support from the European Space Agency (ESA)’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) team

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