Chapel-en-le-Frith pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Chapel-en-le-Frith is none
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) grass at low levels, mugwort at moderate 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) | None | 0/100 |
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 | 8/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | Moderate | 27/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around Chapel-en-le-Frith, birch and sycamore are the dominant species behind local tree pollen, with counts higher near parks than in the centre. The patchwork of fields nearby is a notable secondary source, feeding pollen into town whenever the wind shifts to the the surrounding hills. This mix of urban and rural influence gives Chapel-en-le-Frith a fairly typical pollen pattern for the wider region.
Pollen season in Chapel-en-le-Frith really gets going with birch, followed not long after by sycamore. You'll usually see birch pollen from around March through May, before sycamore takes over, usually April to June. Don't forget grass, either — it runs May to September and usually causes the most trouble in June and July. Handy to bear in mind before booking that garden party.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Derbyshire
Is pollen high in Chapel-en-le-Frith right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Chapel-en-le-Frith.
Will pollen levels change in Chapel-en-le-Frith tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Chapel-en-le-Frith will be different from today, with artemisia at moderate levels, grass at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Chapel-en-le-Frith 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 Chapel-en-le-Frith?
On 20 September 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Chapel-en-le-Frith.
When is pollen season in Chapel-en-le-Frith?
How often is the Chapel-en-le-Frith pollen forecast updated?
The Chapel-en-le-Frith pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Chapel-en-le-Frith 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 Chapel-en-le-Frith 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 Chapel-en-le-Frith, 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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