Folkestone Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Folkestone is low; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) mold (alternaria) remains low, mold (cladosporium) remains low, mugwort at low levels.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; cypress, grass, willow, and mold (alternaria) will remain stable.
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Pollen Risk
Today - 10 October
| 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 |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 7/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 18/100 |
Tomorrow - 11 October
| 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) | Low | 15/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 9/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 20/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Built-up land and woodland share the area around the heart of Folkestone, plus some open grassland. With running water close by, riverside vegetation contributes to the local mix. Allergenic trees nearby include maple. Grass pollen is plentiful, while plantain and pigweed lead among the weeds. Locally, street trees, parks and lawns are the main sources in the built-up parts.
Maple leads the season in early spring, as temperatures climb to around 10°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in early summer, with temperatures around 15°C, and their pollen lingers into late summer. Later, plantain and pigweed keep weed pollen in the air from late spring into early fall. Warm, damp weather from midsummer into early fall also raises mold spore levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Kent
Is pollen high in Folkestone right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Folkestone.
Will pollen levels change in Folkestone tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Folkestone will be different from today, with artemisia at low levels
Is pollen expected to decrease in Folkestone this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels are expected to gradually decrease, suggesting improving conditions later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Folkestone?
On 10 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Folkestone.
When is pollen season in Folkestone?
How often is the Folkestone pollen forecast updated?
The Folkestone pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Folkestone 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 Folkestone 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 Folkestone, 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 pollen scores represent risk levels, not direct pollen measurements. Higher scores indicate higher risk.
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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