Chislehurst pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Chislehurst is moderate; mugwort is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; cypress, grass, 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) | Moderate | 46/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Willow (Salicaceae) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mugwort (Artemisia) | High | 57/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Tree pollen in Chislehurst comes mostly from oak and birch, with parks and mature gardens standing in contrast to the more built-up centre. The nearby patchwork of fields adds further grass and tree pollen exposure, particularly under light prevailing breezes. Hay fever sufferers here typically notice symptoms peaking in late spring, then again during the summer grass season.
Pollen season in Chislehurst really gets going with oak, followed not long after by birch. Then grass pollen takes the baton from May all the way to September, usually peaking in June and July — that's when most people really feel it. Expect oak pollen roughly from April to May, with birch picking up between March and May. Something to plan around if pollen usually gets to you.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Bromley
Is pollen high in Chislehurst right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Chislehurst are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Chislehurst tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Chislehurst will be different from today, with artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Chislehurst this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Chislehurst?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Chislehurst. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Chislehurst?
How often is the Chislehurst pollen forecast updated?
The Chislehurst pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Chislehurst 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 Chislehurst 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 Chislehurst, 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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