Highams Park pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead
Pollen Today
Today (20 September) pollen in Highams Park is moderate; mugwort is moderate.
Pollen Tomorrow
Tomorrow (21 September 2026) mugwort increasing.
7-Day Trend
Over the next week grass and mugwort will increase; 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) | Moderate | 41/100 |
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 | 56/100 |
Local Environmental Conditions
In Highams Park, oak and beech dominate the local tree pollen picture, with parks and tree-lined residential streets offering more exposure than the compact centre. Grass pollen from surrounding Waltham Forest fields is significant through the summer months, carried in by the region's typical south-westerlies. Hay fever sufferers here typically notice symptoms peaking in late spring, then again during the summer grass season.
Ask anyone with allergies in Highams Park and they'll tell you it's oak and beech that cause the trouble. 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. Oak pollen typically runs from April to May, before beech takes over, usually April to May. Handy to bear in mind before booking that garden party.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pollen in Waltham Forest
Is pollen high in Highams Park right now?
On 20 September 2026, overall pollen levels in Highams Park are moderate. Artemisia is the main contributor to airborne pollen
Will pollen levels change in Highams Park tomorrow?
On 21 September 2026, pollen conditions in Highams Park will be different from today, with artemisia increasing
Is pollen expected to decrease in Highams Park this week?
According to the five-day outlook, artemisia and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.
Which pollen types are currently active in Highams Park?
On 20 September 2026, Artemisia is the dominant pollen source in Highams Park. cypress, grass, and willow are not currently active.
When is pollen season in Highams Park?
How often is the Highams Park pollen forecast updated?
The Highams Park pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.
Does pollen in Highams Park 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 Highams Park 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 Highams Park, 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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