Hounslow pollen forecast - today, tomorrow and the week ahead

Today (16 July) pollen in Hounslow is low; grass is low. Tomorrow (17 July 2026) levels are similar. Over the following five days grass will increase. Forecasts are calculated by Airmine using satellites to map local vegetation and determine pollen season onset.

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In Hounslow, birch and lime dominate the local tree pollen picture, with parks and tree-lined residential streets offering more exposure than the compact centre. Surrounding Hounslow farmland contributes substantial grass and tree pollen, moving into town when winds blow from the north-west. Locals with allergies tend to plan around two peaks a year rather than one long stretch.

Today - 16 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    15/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

High pollen levels may trigger sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. Airmine's neighbourhood estimates use satellites to map local vegetation and a statistical prediction model, updated four times daily.

Tomorrow - 17 July

  • Alder (Alnus):

    None

    0/100

  • Birch (Betula):

    None

    0/100

  • Hazel (Corylus):

    None

    0/100

  • Cypress (Cupressaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Grass (Poaceae):

    Low

    11/100

  • Willow (Salicaceae):

    None

    0/100

  • Mugwort (Artemisia):

    None

    0/100

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pollen high in Hounslow right now?

On 16 July 2026, overall pollen levels in Hounslow are low. Grass is the main contributor to airborne pollen

Will pollen levels change in Hounslow tomorrow?

On 17 July 2026, pollen conditions in Hounslow will be similar to today, with grass at low levels

Is pollen expected to decrease in Hounslow this week?

According to the five-day outlook, artemisia, cypress, and grass pollen levels will increase later in the week.

Which pollen types are currently active in Hounslow?

On 16 July 2026, Grass is the dominant pollen source in Hounslow. artemisia, birch, hazel, cypress, willow, and alder are not currently active.

When is pollen season in Hounslow?
If you're wondering when hay fever kicks off in Hounslow, it's mostly down to birch and lime. 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 birch pollen roughly from March to May, while lime follows on from May to July. Something to plan around if pollen usually gets to you.
How often is the Hounslow pollen forecast updated?

The Hounslow pollen forecast is updated four times daily. See the timestamp below for the most recent update.

Does pollen in Hounslow 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 Hounslow 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 Hounslow, 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.

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Data provided by Airmine — Last update: 16 July 2026 at 05:36 CEST (Data is updated four times daily.)

This page provides the latest public pollen forecast for Hounslow.

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