Galashiels Pollen Forecast - Today, Tomorrow and the Week Ahead
Pollen Today
Today (10 October) pollen in Galashiels is low; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) are low.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (11 October 2026) levels are similar to today.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week mugwort will increase; mold (alternaria) and mold (cladosporium) will decrease; cypress, grass, and willow 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 | 1/100 |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 8/100 |
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) | None | 0/100 | |
| Mold (Alternaria) | Low | 2/100 | |
| Mold (Cladosporium) | Low | 11/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
Around 49% of the area near the heart of Galashiels is woodland, with a good deal of built-up land and some open grassland. The damp ground beside running water nearby supports trees such as willow, poplar and alder, adding to local pollen. Common allergenic trees nearby include birch, willow and maple. Beyond the trees, grasses matter a great deal, and plantain and pigweed are the main weed sources.
Birch, willow and maple lead the season in late spring, as temperatures climb to around 10°C, and tree pollen reaches its peak. Grasses take over in midsummer and keep pollen in the air into late summer. Later, plantain and pigweed keep weed pollen in the air from late spring into late summer. By late fall, as temperatures fall to around 5°C, pollen levels are low again.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Scottish Borders
Is pollen high in Galashiels right now?
Currently, there is no significant pollen in Galashiels.
Will pollen levels change in Galashiels tomorrow?
On 11 October 2026, pollen conditions in Galashiels will be similar to today with no significant pollen expected.
Is pollen expected to decrease in Galashiels this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Galashiels?
On 10 October 2026, there are no significant pollen types in Galashiels.
When is pollen season in Galashiels?
How often is the Galashiels pollen forecast updated?
The Galashiels pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Galashiels 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 Galashiels 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 Galashiels, 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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