Carlisle pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Today (25 June) pollen in Carlisle is high; cypress and grass are high. Tomorrow (26 June 2026) levels are similar - grass remains high, cypress declining. 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
Carlisle's parks, including Bitts Park, and the River Eden corridor feature oak and ash as the main tree pollen sources, with exposure varying between these green areas and the more built-up city centre. Surrounding Cumbria and Dumfries farmland contribute substantial grass and tree pollen, while the flat Solway Plain landscape allows pollen to disperse readily and rainfall is more frequent than in southern England.
Today - 25 June
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
High
52/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
High
70/100
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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
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Alder (Alnus):
None
0/100
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Birch (Betula):
None
0/100
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Hazel (Corylus):
None
0/100
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Cypress (Cupressaceae):
Medium
26/100
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Grass (Poaceae):
High
53/100
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Willow (Salicaceae):
None
0/100
Frequently Asked Questions
Is pollen high in Carlisle right now?
On 25 June 2026, overall pollen levels in Carlisle are high. Cypress is the main contributor to airborne pollen, while grass remain at lower levels
Will pollen levels change in Carlisle tomorrow?
On 26 June 2026, pollen conditions in Carlisle will be different from today, with grass at high levels and cypress continuing to decline
Is pollen expected to decrease in Carlisle this week?
According to the five-day outlook, cypress and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Carlisle?
On 25 June 2026, Cypress is the dominant pollen source in Carlisle. grass are also present but at lower levels. willow, alder, birch, and hazel are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Carlisle?
How often is the Carlisle pollen forecast updated?
The Carlisle pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Carlisle 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 Carlisle 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 Carlisle, 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 Carlisle.
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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